Sr. Mobile Diesel Mechanic Tue - Sat $2500 New Hire Bonus

Cox Enterprises•Tallahassee, FL

16h•$32 - $48•Remote

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Senior Mobile Diesel Technician to provide on-site maintenance and repair services for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and trailers. The technician performs licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, and advanced mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic diagnostics. The position is relied upon to diagnose and triage complicated repairs for Mobile Diesel Technician I/II employees and serves as the lead at customer jobsites and a consultant to customers. The role requires working with a high degree of independence, managing a daily schedule, maintaining productivity, and following company policies and performance standards. The technician works in a mobile/field environment, travels 100% of the time, and takes a company-issued service truck home daily. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, with variable work shifts. The position pays $32.26–$48.41 per hour, with possible additional compensation through commission and/or incentive programs. A $2,500 new-hire bonus is paid in two installments: 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and five years of experience in a related field; alternatively, a related degree or certification beyond a high school diploma/GED and three years of related experience, or seven years of experience in a related field.
Possess and provide a set of hand tools needed to perform the job duties.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI) certification within 18 months.
Obtain ASE 608/609 certification within 18 months.
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 until expiration may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical; a physical is required if the card has four months or less remaining.
Be at least 21 years old due to interstate operating authority regulations.
Hold a valid driver’s license from the state of residence and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Understand the implications of new information for current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Be able to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for extended periods and perform moderately heavy labor.
Be able to exert oneself physically for extended periods without tiring, including while performing repetitive tasks.
Communicate facts, ideas, and messages succinctly and in an organized manner, and communicate effectively with individuals and groups.
Determine the types of tools and equipment needed.
Accurately judge relative distances between objects and the observer.
Use logic and reasoning to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

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 a mobile/field environment.
Perform minor adjustments and repairs to truck systems and equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, starting, charging, engine, steering, transmission, clutch, and differential systems.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck systems and equipment, including air conditioning, engine electronics, and other mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic components.
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 that repairs are successful.
Identify problems, assess information, and use sound judgment to evaluate alternatives and determine solutions.
Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on the company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle and conduct safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Assess customers’ needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, and meet customer expectations through effective communication.
Manage concurrent assignments and prioritize work activities and time allocations effectively.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, and jacks.
Document work to company standards and upload photographs of work performed, parts used, and findings to Repair Orders using a company-issued iOS device and the TRAIT application.
Complete DOT forms and other required documentation accurately and on time.
Manage the daily schedule and work independently while maintaining productivity 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 company safety, health, and environmental policies and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.

Benefits

$2,500 new-hire bonus, paid 50% after 30 days and 50% after 180 days.
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 accruing based on tenure, up to 200 hours (five weeks); at least 6.67 hours per month.
Seven paid holidays per calendar year, plus additional leave for bereavement, voting, jury duty, volunteering, 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, including vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, and wellness/fitness incentives.
Safe-driving and technician-efficiency bonuses.
Reimbursement for safety boots and safety glasses.
Extreme-weather gear for cold and hot conditions.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Company-issued service truck that employees may take home daily.
Company-provided laptop and cellphone.
Technical training and a dedicated career path, with opportunities for advancement.