Sr. Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Cox Fleet•Richmond, VA

15h

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Sr. Mobile Diesel Technician to provide on-site mobile maintenance and repair services for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles. The role performs licensed DOT inspections, preventative maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, and advanced mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. The technician is relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs, serves as the lead on customer jobsites, and acts as a consultant on the customer’s behalf. The role requires compliance with company policies and performance standards, as well as applicable safety, health, environmental, and federal regulations. The position works in a mobile/field environment and involves independently managing daily schedules, service-vehicle inventory and equipment, customer needs, repairs, documentation, and communications with management and the support team. Cox Fleet provides a company service truck, tablet, and cellphone, along with technical training and a dedicated career path.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 3 years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a different combination such as a related degree or certification beyond high school/GED, or 5 years of related experience.
At least 3 years of experience with refrigerated equipment.
Possess and supply the hand tools needed to perform the job duties.
Participate in and complete all company-required training.
Successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment.
A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining until expiration may be submitted instead of a DOT physical; a DOT physical is required if the card has four months or less remaining.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating-authority commerce regulations.
Hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence, maintain safe driving qualifications, and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) and ASE 608/609 certifications within 18 months.
Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring, including performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate facts, ideas, or messages 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

OEM training and certifications are preferred.
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 preventative maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs on truck equipment and systems, including electrical, brake, cooling, starting and charging, engine electronic, steering, engine, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment and systems, including air conditioning and other electrical, brake, cooling, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
Road-test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and confirm proper operation.
Identify problems, assess the accuracy and relevance of information, and use sound judgment to evaluate alternatives.
Manage parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliations.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle, including safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Assess customer needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet customer expectations.
Manage concurrent tasks and prioritize work activities and time effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work, parts, and findings on Repair Orders according to company standards, including uploading photographs using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and on time.
Work independently and manage the daily schedule.
Maintain productivity and work within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as needed.
Communicate with management and the support team by email or phone to obtain repair-estimate approvals, 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.

Benefits

Weekly pay, with payment every Friday.
Safe-driving and technician-efficiency bonuses.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Extreme-weather gear for cold and hot conditions.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Company service truck that employees may take home daily.
Company-provided tablet and cellphone.
Technical training and a dedicated career path.
Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning 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.
Paid time off accrual of up to 200 hours (five weeks), based on tenure.
Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Pet insurance.
Employee resource and diversity groups, and company-paid volunteer hours.
Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and wellness and fitness incentives.