Shop Trailer Mechanic I $3000 New Hire Bonus

Job Summary We are hiring a dedicated on‑site Shop Trailer Technician I in a set location within Cox Fleet. The role focuses on DOT inspections, preventative maintenance inspections, light repairs, and related duties on trailers and associated equipment. The Shop Trailer Technician I works under the guidance of the Shop Trailer Technician II and continually develops advanced mechanical skills. Responsibilities Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures. Independently determine parts required for each job and coordinate with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them. Maintain a clean and safe work environment; assist with cleanup at the end of each day. Apply knowledge from formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform job tasks and evaluate technical information. Work with Service Writer to assess customer needs, provide assistance, and resolve problems. Manage concurrent assigned tasks effectively, prioritizing work and time allocations. Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty, and keep commitments while safeguarding confidential information. Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM), DOT inspections, and follow‑up repairs on light, medium and heavy‑duty vehicles in a shop environment. Conduct routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment. Use hand tools, precision instruments, trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts and jacks. Document work according to company standards, upload pictures, parts used, and findings on Repair Orders (RO) using company devices or the Karmak application. Accurately complete DOT forms and all other required documentation in a timely fashion. Maintain a high level of productivity and operate within or close to most Standard Repair Times. Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers, and discuss RO findings. Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA and DOT. Participate and complete all company‑required safety training. Maintain assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post‑trip inspections. Perform minor adjustments and repairs on trailer equipment and systems such as brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, and steering systems. Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures. Requirements High School Diploma/GED and up to 2 years’ experience in a related field. Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required duties. OEM training and certifications are preferred. Participate in and complete all company‑required training. This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Candidate must successfully complete a DOT‑regulated pre‑employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment. A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four months remaining may be submitted in lieu of a DOT physical; if the card has four months or less remaining, a DOT physical will be required. Safe driver needed; 3‑year MVR review required; candidate must hold a valid state‑of‑residence driver’s license and maintain a Driver Qualification File. Certifications Required or to be obtained within 18 months: ASE T8 (PMI). Preferred: ASE 608/609. Skills & Abilities Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including design, repair and maintenance. Ability to understand the implications of new information for current and future problem‑solving and decision‑making. Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand and walk for long periods; perform moderately heavy labor. Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring; perform repetitive tasks. Ability to judge relative distances and spatial relationships accurately. Ability to communicate information succinctly and organized; engage in effective two‑way communication with individuals and groups. Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed. Benefits Health, dental and vision insurance starting DayOne. 401(k) matching beginning after 90 days: 100% match up to 6% of salary and an additional 2% discretionary contribution. Paid Time Off: up to 200 hours (5-weeks) based on tenure; minimum 6.67 hours of paid time off each month plus seven paid holidays. Additional paid leave: bereavement leave, time to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave and parental leave. Tuition assistance/reimbursement. Adoption and surrogacy assistance. Pet insurance. Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans and ride benefits. Company‑paid volunteer hours and access to multiple ERG and diversity groups. Equal Employment Opportunity Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants and employees receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship or any other protected characteristic. The company provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodations would cause undue hardship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future. #J-18808-Ljbffr CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC