Shop Trailer Mechanic I $2000 New Hire Bonus

Cox Communications•Lancaster, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Shop Trailer Mechanic I for a dedicated, on-site shop role. This position does not involve emergency roadside repairs. The mechanic performs DOT and preventive maintenance inspections, routine maintenance, light repairs, and minor adjustments to trailer equipment and systems, including trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, and steering systems. More advanced repairs may be performed under the supervision of a Shop Trailer Technician II or higher. The mechanic also assists more experienced technicians with repairs while developing additional mechanical and diagnostic skills. The role requires compliance with company policies and safety practices, maintaining a clean and safe work area, coordinating parts and repair approvals, and communicating with service writers, shop managers, and support teams. Work must be documented on repair orders, including photographs, parts used, and findings, and DOT forms must be completed accurately and promptly. The position follows applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements and requires completion of company safety training. The role may also include maintaining assigned shop service trucks and conducting daily pre- and post-trip inspections. The hourly base pay range is $20.10–$30.10. A $2,000 new-hire bonus is offered, with 50% paid after 30 days and 50% after 180 days. The role is on-site at a specified Cox location, has a variable work shift, and does not require travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and up to two years of experience in a related field.
Possess and supply the hand tools necessary to perform the required job duties.
Complete required company training.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment. A current DOT medical card with more than four months remaining before expiration may be submitted in place of a DOT physical; a physical is required if four months or less remain.
Pass a three-year motor vehicle record review and hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence.
Be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Know trailer parts and systems, including their design, use, repair, and maintenance.
Be able to understand how new information affects current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Be able to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for extended periods and perform moderately heavy physical work.
Be able to exert oneself physically for extended periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Be able to judge relative distances between objects accurately.
Communicate information clearly and concisely and engage in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Be able to determine the types of tools and equipment needed.

Nice To Haves

OEM training and certifications are preferred.
ASE 608/609 certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow safe operating practices and procedures.
Determine the parts required for each job and coordinate with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including end-of-day cleanup of tools, parts, and equipment.
Apply technical knowledge gained through training or on-the-job experience to assigned work.
Work with the Service Writer to assess customer needs, provide information or assistance, and resolve issues.
Manage concurrent tasks and prioritize work and time effectively.
Act with integrity, keep commitments, protect confidential information, and follow ethical and professional standards.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and DOT inspections, and complete follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a shop environment.
Perform routine maintenance, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work on repair orders according to company standards, including uploading photographs of work performed, parts used, and findings using a company-issued device and/or the Karmak application.
Complete DOT forms and other required documentation accurately and promptly.
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.
Perform work in compliance with organizational safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Participate in and complete required company 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 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

$2,000 new-hire bonus, paid 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.
Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day of employment.
401(k) matching 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; employees are eligible for a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off per month.
Seven paid holidays per calendar year.
Bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Pet insurance.
Company-paid volunteer hours and employee resource and diversity groups.
Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, and rides.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Technical training and a dedicated career path.