Shop Diesel Mechanic I

Job Description

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Fleet Services A Cox Automotive Company keeps your fleet moving!

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Fleet Services by Cox Automotive has grown to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country.

Fleet Services 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.

Fleet Services 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

Fleet Services by Cox Automotiveis 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

Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required

Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one prior to employment or within 72 hours of hire

Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.

Participate in and complete all-in company required training

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 OR OBTAINED WITHIN 18 MONTHS

ASE T8 (PMI) certification

PREFERRED CERIFICATIONS

ASE T4 (Brakes) certification

WHY FLEET SERVICES BY COX AUTOMOTIVE?

• 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 fromwithin’.

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 192 hours (4-weeks and 4-days) of Paid Time Off starting the first year of employment.
• 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.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you’ll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position.

However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and / or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells or simply uses cars.

Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox.

Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation / wellness days, and / or PTO).

For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer All qualified applicants / employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.