Shop Trailer Technician I

Cox Enterprises•Albertville, MN

58d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Fleet Services By Cox Automotive is currently hiring a Shop Trailer Mechanic I.â¯This is a dedicated on-site shop position and we do not provide emergency side of the road type of repairs. If you are looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk to you! The Shop Trailer Technician I will be responsible for performing DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties as assigned such as aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers. The Shop Trailer Technician I can perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Shop Trailer Technician II or higher. The Shop Trailer Technician I assists Shop Trailer Technician II or higher Technicians with repairs and continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnosis. A successful Shop Trailer Technician I complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED and up to 2 years' experience in a related field
Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
OEM training and certifications are preferred.
Participate in and complete all-in company required training
This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Candidate must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four (4) months remaining until its expiration may be submitted in leu of a DOT physical. If the DOT medical card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required.
Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
ASE T8 (PMI) certification
ASE 608/609 certification
Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, to make repairs or perform maintenance services.
Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work
Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, which may include performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to accurately judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or the distance between an object and the observer.
Ability to communicate information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner. Engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Always follows and complies with safe operating practices and procedures.
Independently determine parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
Applies knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.
Work with Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty and keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance ("PM"), DOT Inspections and 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, as well as Trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts and jacks.
Document according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders ("RO") using company issued device and/or Karmak application.
Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.
Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
Participate and complete all-in company required safety training.
Maintain Shop assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers, Trailer steering systems.
Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

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