Sr Mobile Diesel Mechanic Thursday - Monday

Cox Enterprises•Chesapeake, VA

20d•$32 - $48•Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Sr. Mobile Diesel Technician to perform mobile maintenance and repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles. The role includes licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, and advanced mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. The technician is relied upon to diagnose and triage complex repairs, serve as the lead at customer jobsites, and act as a consultant to customers. The position requires compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and performance standards. The technician works independently in a mobile or field environment, manages a daily schedule and parts inventory, and maintains a company-issued service vehicle. The role involves customer service, repair documentation, coordination with management and support teams, and compliance with applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements. The listed work schedule is Thursday through Monday, with a variable shift and travel 100% of the time. The position can be performed remotely, but the employee must live in the specified city, state, or region. Hourly base pay is $32.26–$48.41. The position may also be eligible for commission and/or an incentive program. Candidates must pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical; a qualifying current DOT medical card may be submitted in lieu of the physical.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and five years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a degree or certification beyond high school in a related discipline and three years of related experience, or seven years of related experience.
Possess and supply the hand tools necessary to perform the job duties.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Obtain 608/609 certification within 18 months.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical; a current DOT medical card with more than four months remaining may be submitted in lieu of the physical.
Be at least 21 years old.
Hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for extended periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Ability to exert oneself physically for extended periods, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate information succinctly and in an organized manner and engage in effective two-way communication.
Ability to determine the tools and equipment needed for a task.
Ability to judge relative distance and proximity accurately.
Use logic and reasoning to assess alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Understand how new information affects current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Nice To Haves

ASE T2 (Diesel Engines) certification.
ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification.
ASE T4 (Brakes) certification.
ASE T5 (Suspension) certification.
ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification.
ASE T7 (HVAC) certification.
ASE A8 (Engine Performance) certification.
ASE L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist) certification.
ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in mobile or field environments.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, starting, charging, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, air-conditioning, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
Road-test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and verify proper operation.
Identify problems, assess information, and use sound judgment to evaluate solutions.
Manage parts inventory and equipment supplied on the company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle and perform safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Work with customers to assess needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet expectations.
Manage concurrent tasks and prioritize work and time effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work, parts used, and findings on repair orders; upload photographs using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Work independently and manage the daily schedule.
Maintain productivity and work within or near Standard Repair Times.
Obtain repair parts from approved local and national vendors.
Communicate with management and support teams by email or phone to obtain estimate approvals, purchase order numbers, and discuss repair-order findings.
Perform work in compliance with company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
Provide advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs for Mobile Diesel Technician I/II employees and serve as the lead at jobsites.

Benefits

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.
Up to 200 hours (five weeks) of paid time off based on tenure.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Pet insurance.
Company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and wellness and fitness offerings.
Paid weekly.
Safe-driving and technician-efficiency bonuses.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Extreme-weather gear.
Uniforms with laundry service where available.
Company service truck that may be taken home daily.
Company-provided laptop and cellphone.
Technical training and career development.
At least 6.67 hours of paid time off accrued monthly and seven paid holidays annually.
Additional leave may include bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Employee resource and diversity groups.