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JOB SUMMARY  

Fleet Services By Cox Automotive is currently hiring a Shop Trailer Mechanic I. This is a dedicated on-site shop 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 Shop Trailer Technician I will be responsible for performing DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties as assigned such as aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers. The Shop Trailer Technician I can perform more advanced repairs under the supervision of a Shop Trailer Technician II or higher. The Shop Trailer Technician I assists Shop Trailer Technician II or higher Technicians with repairs and continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnosis. A successful Shop Trailer Technician I complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

DUTIES:

• Always follows and complies 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.
• 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 Trailer 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 trailer 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, Trailer 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 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. 
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required. 

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance, to make repairs or perform maintenance services.
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to communicate 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. 

WHY FLEET SERVICES BY COX AUTOMOTIVE?  

• 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. 
• Employee discounts much more. 

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.

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