Entry Level Trailer Mechanic Tue - Sat 7a-3:30p
About The Position
Cox Fleet is seeking individuals for a paid educational program, the FleeTec Academy, which leads to a career as a full-time Trailer Technician. This program provides free education on trailer repair fundamentals, a set of hand tools with a toolbox, and a paycheck during the four-week intensive training period. Travel and accommodation expenses for the academy are covered. Upon completion of the initial classroom phase, participants will receive hands-on training from a Lead Technician and be offered a full-time Mobile Trailer Mechanic position. The role involves performing preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations using a state-of-the-art vehicle. The program includes ongoing classroom study for skill development and a defined career path with raises.
Requirements
- Desire to start a career as a Trailer Technician and become a Mobile Mechanic.
- Willingness and ability to study hard.
- Ability to dedicate four weeks away from home for training.
- Maturity to focus on the task at hand.
- Technical aptitude and a passion for fixing vehicles.
- Ability to operate an iPad.
- Must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
- Must be at least 21 years or older.
- Must hold a valid driver’s license.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Attend a four-week paid classroom training program at the Academy Campus.
- Undergo further hands-on training with a Lead Technician in your market.
- Perform preventative maintenance and general repairs at customer locations as a Mobile Trailer Mechanic.
- Operate a state-of-the-art vehicle equipped for repairs.
- Participate in periodic classroom study to maintain and develop skill sets.
- Adhere to regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
Benefits
- Paid time off (minimum sixteen hours per month).
- Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
- Bereavement leave.
- Time off to vote.
- Jury duty leave.
- Volunteer time off.
- Military leave.
- Parental leave.
- Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).
- Retirement planning (401(k)).
- Flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
