Sr Shop Diesel Mechanic

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. We also service customers through our 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. Equal opportunity Employer – Disabled/Veterans encouraged to apply Job Summary Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Sr. Shop Diesel Technician to support future growth. The Sr. Shop Diesel Technician will perform licensed DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, advanced mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned. Heavily relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Diesel Technicians I/II, a successful Sr. Technician complies with all company policies and achieves high‑level performance metrics. Duties Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures. Independently determine parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them. Maintain a clean and safe work environment; assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment. Apply knowledge acquired through formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform the job; work with, understand, and evaluate technical information related to the job. Work with Service Writer to assess customer needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations. Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work‑related activities and time allocations. Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty, keep commitments, behave consistently, keep sensitive information confidential, and adhere to ethical and professional standards. Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM), DOT inspections, and follow‑up repairs on light, medium and heavy‑duty vehicles in a shop environment. Occasionally travel and perform work at customer location. Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment. Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts, 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 device and/or Karmak application. Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion. Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work 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 notes. Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations (OSHA, EPA, DOT). Participate and complete all company‑required safety training. Maintain shop‑assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post‑trip inspections. Perform minor adjustments and repairs on various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to, electrical, brake, cooling systems, starters, alternators, fan clutches, engine electronics, diesel steering systems, engines (gas and diesel), transmissions (manual and automatic), clutches, and differentials. Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck equipment. Identify problems 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 Shop Diesel Technician I with diagnostics. Support Shop Diesel Technician I/II in obtaining correct parts for each job. Advise Shop Diesel Technicians I & II on technical issues. Perform advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Diesel Technicians I/II. Requirements High School Diploma or GED and 5 years of experience in a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties. Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months. Candidates must be at least 21 years or older due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations. Skills & Abilities 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; perform moderate heavy labor. Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, including repetitive tasks. Communicate information succinctly and organized; engage in effective two‑way communication with individuals and groups. Determine the type of tools and equipment needed. Accurately judge object distance or the distance between objects. Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Required Certifications (within 18 months) ASE T8 (PMI) certification ASE 608/609 certification Preferred Certifications ASE T2 (Diesel Engines) ASE T3 (Drivetrain) ASE T4 (Brakes) ASE T5 (Suspension) ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems) ASE T7 (HVAC) ASE A8 (Engine Performance) ASE L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist) ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) Why Cox Fleet? Weekly pay – get paid every Friday for added convenience and financial flexibility. Safety boots & safety glasses reimbursement. Uniforms provided with laundry service where available. 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(k) matching starts after 90 days – 100% match up to 6% contribution and an additional 2% discretionary contribution by the company. Accrue up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of paid time off based on your tenure with the company. Tuition assistance/reimbursement. Adoption/surrogacy assistance. Pet insurance. Multiple ERG, diversity groups, and company‑paid volunteer hours. Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives, and much more. Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional paid time off includes bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. Compensation Hourly pay rate is in the range of $32.26 – $48.41 per hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. The position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program. Work Eligibility Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. #J-18808-Ljbffr