Shop Diesel Mechanic I

Shop Diesel Technician I

Cox Fleet is currently hiring a Shop Diesel Technician I to join our team to support future growth of the Company. If you're looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk with you. Shop Diesel Technician I will be responsible for performing DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections and light repairs, and other duties as assigned. The Shop Diesel Technician I can perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Shop Diesel Technician II or higher. The Shop Diesel Technician I assists Shop Diesel Technician II or higher Technicians with repairs and continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic Technicians. Work is frequently audited for quality. A successful Shop Diesel Technician I complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

Duties:

• Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Independently determining parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
• 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 Service Writer to assess customer 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.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance ("PM"), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a Shop environment.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as 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 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/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.
• Maintain Shop assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to the following: Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
• 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 job duties.
• Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months.
• Candidate must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.

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; 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.
• Communicates 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.
• 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.

Required Certifications:

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification

Preferred Certifications:

• ASE T4 (Brakes) certification

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.

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