Trailer Mechanic

Sr. Mobile Trailer Technician

Cox Fleet keeps your fleet moving! Headquartered in Indianapolis, Cox Fleet has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country. Cox Fleet is the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide, offering mobile on-site fleet service for light medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers. Cox Fleet also services customers utilizing its 50+ nationwide service centers; each offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. We are supported by a 24/7 in-house call-center and provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.

To support the growth of the company, Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Sr. Mobile Trailer Technician to join our team! This is a dedicated on-site position and we do not provide emergency side of the road type of repairs. If you are looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk to you!

The Sr Mobile Trailer Technician will be responsible for performing certified DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, and other duties as assigned such as aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body and framework. Work performed at the customer's site. Heavily relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Mobile Trailer Technician I/II. Considered the Lead on jobsites by customers and Technicians. Functions as a consultant on the customer's behalf. A successful Sr Mobile Trailer Technician complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

Duties

• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance ("PM"), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on trailers and equipment in a mobile/field environment.
• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of trailers equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Trailer tools, welding equipment, and jacks.
• Document according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders ("RO") using company issued iOS device and our proprietary TRAIT application
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Always follows and complies with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on company-issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
• Maintain and operate company-issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and pre-/post-trip inspections of vehicle.
• Applies knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.
• Work with and listen effectively to clients and customers to assess their needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty and keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
• Respond to call center dispatched unscheduled service and maintenance request.
• Work with a high degree of independence and manage own daily schedule.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary for the repairs to be performed.
• Communicate with management and support team via email or phone to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participate and complete all-in company required safety training.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with assigned customers and vendors. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain company issued service truck, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Remain up to date on safety protocols and procedures.
• Diagnose, adjust, and perform repairs on various types of trailer equipment, and systems including, but not limited to the following: aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body, and framework.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Assist Mobile Trailer Technician I with diagnostics.
• Support Mobile Trailer Technicians I & II in inventory reconciliation.
• Advises Mobile Trailer Technicians I & II on Technical issues.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and make recommendations.
• Assist Mobile Trailer Technician I/II with diagnostics.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Mobile Trailer Technicians I/II.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 3 years' experience; or 7 years' experience in a related field.
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.
• OEM training and certifications are preferred.
• Participate in and complete all-in company required training
• This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Candidate must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
• A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four (4) months remaining until its expiration may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical. If the DOT medical card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required.
• Due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years or older.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required. Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver's license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File.

Required or Obtained Within 18 Months

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification
• ASE 608/609 certification*
• CDL-A License

Preferred Certifications

• ASE T4 (Brakes) certification
• ASE T5 (Suspension) certification
• ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) certification
• ASE T7 (HVAC) certification

Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, to make repairs or perform maintenance services. Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, which may include performing repetitive tasks. Ability to accurately judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or the distance between an object and the observer. Ability to communicate information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner. Engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups. Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed. Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Why Cox Fleet?

Weekly pay get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility Safe driving & tech efficiency bonuses Safety boots & safety glasses reimbursement Extreme weather gear (cold & hot) Uniforms provided with laundry service where available Take the service truck home daily (stop paying for gas!) Tablet & company cellphone provided Technical training provided to advance your career Dedicated career path Over 50% of our front-line managers are promoted from within BENEFITS Health, dental, vision insurance starts DAY ONE of employment. 401(