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Cox Automotive

Sr Mobile Trailer Mechanic

$29.38 to $44.09 an hour

  • Remote, US
  • Full time

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About the role

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Sr Mobile Trailer Repair Technician - DOT Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option

Can work remotely but need to live in the specified city, state, or region Travel % Yes 100% of the time Work Shift Variable Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $29.38 - $44.09/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. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program. Job Description *** If you have any questions or to connect with a recruiter while your application is being reviewed, please Text DFS 3

to 317-597-8130 ***

Reefer experience required 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.

JOB SUMMARY

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
  • leu
  • 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

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