Sr Mobile Trailer Mechanic Tues - Sat 7am to 4pm

Dickinson Fleet Services•Pasadena, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Cox Fleet is hiring a Senior Mobile Trailer Technician for dedicated on-site maintenance and repair work at customer locations. The role does not involve emergency roadside repairs. The technician performs certified DOT and preventive maintenance inspections, light and advanced trailer repairs, and other assigned work, including repairs involving trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, panels, bodywork, and framework. The Senior Technician is relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs, supports Mobile Trailer Technicians I and II, and serves as a lead and consultant on jobsites for customers and technicians. The position requires independent management of a daily schedule, service-truck inventory and equipment, customer communication, repair documentation, and compliance with company procedures and applicable safety, health, environmental, OSHA, EPA, and DOT requirements. Technicians use a company-issued service truck and mobile devices to document work and communicate with the support team.

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 required job duties.
Complete required company training.
Successfully pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical before employment; a valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining may be submitted instead of a DOT physical.
Be at least 21 years old.
Hold a valid driver's license in the state of residence and be able to obtain and maintain a Driver Qualification File.
Obtain ASE T8 (PMI), ASE 608/609, and CDL-A credentials within 18 months if not already held.
Know trailer parts and systems, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Be able to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods; perform moderately heavy labor and repetitive tasks; and exert oneself physically over extended periods.
Be able to judge distances, communicate information clearly and succinctly, determine necessary tools and equipment, and use logic and reasoning to evaluate solutions.

Nice To Haves

OEM training and certifications.
ASE T4 (Brakes) certification.
ASE T5 (Suspension) certification.
ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification.
ASE T7 (HVAC) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and follow-up repairs on trailers and equipment in a mobile/field environment.
Diagnose, adjust, and repair trailer equipment and systems, including aluminum and chem-lite, brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding and fabrication, panels, bodywork, and framework.
Perform advanced diagnostics and triage complicated repairs, and assist Mobile Trailer Technicians I and II with diagnostics and technical issues.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
Document work, parts, and findings on repair orders using the company-issued iOS device and TRAIT application; complete DOT forms and other documentation accurately and promptly.
Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, and jacks.
Manage assigned parts inventory and equipment on the company-issued service truck, including periodic reconciliation and support for technicians I and II.
Maintain and operate the company-issued service vehicle and perform safety checks and daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
Respond to call-center-dispatched unscheduled service and maintenance requests.
Manage a daily schedule and concurrent tasks independently, prioritize work, and maintain productivity within or close to Standard Repair Times.
Obtain parts from approved vendors and communicate with management and support teams to obtain repair approvals, purchase order numbers, and discuss repair-order findings.
Work with customers and vendors to assess needs, provide assistance, resolve problems, and maintain effective working relationships.
Follow safe operating practices, company policies and procedures, safety protocols, and applicable OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations; complete required company safety training.
Maintain professional integrity, confidentiality, and effective verbal and written communication.

Benefits

Weekly pay.
Safe-driving and technical-efficiency bonuses.
Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
Cold- and hot-weather gear.
Uniforms provided, with laundry service where available.
Company service truck to 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.
Accrue up to 200 hours (five weeks) of paid time off, 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 vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home and rental insurance, and wellness and fitness incentives.