Shop Trailer Mechanic II

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Fleet Services By Cox Automotive is currently hiring a Shop Trailer Mechanic II. 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!

• 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.
• Apply knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform one’s job; work with, understand, and evaluate 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 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 trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers.
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers, trailer steering systems, 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 shop trailer technician I with diagnostics.

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 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; or 5 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 company‑required training.
• This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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…