Shop Trailer Mechanic I $1,000 New Hire Bonus

Cox Communications•Albertville, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Shop Trailer Mechanic I for a dedicated, on-site shop position. This role does not involve emergency roadside repairs. The mechanic performs DOT and preventative maintenance inspections, routine maintenance, light repairs, and other work on trailers and related equipment. Equipment and systems may include aluminum and chem-lite trailers, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, and trailer steering systems. The Shop Trailer Mechanic I may perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Shop Trailer Technician II or higher and assists those technicians while developing additional mechanical and diagnostic skills. The position requires compliance with company policies, safety requirements, performance measures, and documentation standards. Cox Fleet provides technical training and a dedicated career path.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Up to 2 years of experience in a related field.
Possess and provide a set of hand tools necessary to perform the job duties.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment.
A current, valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining before expiration may be submitted instead of a DOT physical; a DOT physical is required if the card has four months or less remaining.
Valid driver's license.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for extended periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Ability to exert oneself physically over extended periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to judge relative distances between objects.
Ability to communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner, and to engage in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Ability to determine the tools and equipment needed for a task.
Current authorization to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; the posting states that OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.

Nice To Haves

OEM training and certifications.
ASE 608/609 certification.

Responsibilities

Follow safe operating practices and procedures, and comply with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Determine the parts needed for jobs and coordinate with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including assisting with end-of-day cleanup of tools, parts, and equipment.
Use formal training and on-the-job experience to understand and evaluate technical information relevant to the work.
Work with the Service Writer to assess customer needs, provide information or assistance, and address customer concerns and expectations.
Manage concurrent assigned tasks and prioritize work and time effectively.
Act with integrity, keep commitments, protect confidential information, and adhere to ethical and professional standards.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a shop environment.
Perform routine maintenance, including changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work to company standards and upload photos of work performed, parts used, and findings to Repair Orders using a company-issued device and/or the Karmak application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Maintain productivity and work within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Communicate with the Shop Manager and support team to obtain repair estimate approvals, retrieve purchase order numbers, and discuss Repair Order findings.
Complete company-required safety training.
Maintain shop-assigned service trucks and conduct safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on trailer equipment and systems, including aluminum and chem-lite trailers, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, and trailer steering systems.
Assist Shop Trailer Technician II or higher technicians with repairs and continue learning advanced mechanical and diagnostic skills.
Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.

Benefits

Weekly pay.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Technical training to advance your career.
Dedicated career path; the posting states that over 50% of front-line managers are promoted from within.
Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
401(k) matching beginning after 90 days: 100% match up to a 6% contribution, plus an additional 2% discretionary company contribution.
Accrue up to 200 hours (five weeks) of paid time off based on tenure.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Pet insurance.
Employee resource groups, diversity groups, and company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and other offerings.
At least 6.67 hours of paid time off accrued per month and seven paid holidays per calendar year.
Additional leave options including bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.