Shop Trailer Mechanic I $5000 New Hire Bonus

Job Summary

Cox Fleet 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 repairs. The Shop Trailer Technician I will be responsible for performing DOT inspections, preventative maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties such as aluminum and chem‑lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers.

The Technician can perform more advanced repairs under supervision and assists higher‑level technicians. A successful candidate complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

• Always follows and complies with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Independently determines parts required for each job and interacts with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and assists in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
• Applies knowledge from formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform the job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.
• Works with Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manages concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Acts with integrity, demonstrates honesty and keeps commitments; behaves in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT inspections, and follow‑up repairs on light, medium and heavy‑duty vehicles in a shop environment.
• Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Uses hand tools, precision instruments, as well as trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts and jacks.
• Documents according to company standards and uploads pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders (“RO”) using company‑issued device and/or Karmak application.
• Accurately completes DOT forms and all other forms of documentation intimely fashion.
• Maintains a high level of productivity and works within or close to most standard repair times.
• Communicates with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.
• Performs all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participates and completes all in‑company required safety training.
• Maintains shop‑assigned service trucks, conducts safety checks and daily pre/post‑trip inspections.
• Performs minor adjustments and repairs on various types of trailer equipment and systems including aluminium and chem‑lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, trailer steering systems.
• Adheres to company policies, processes, and procedures.

• 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.
• Must participate in and complete all in‑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). Must successfully complete and pass a DOT‑regulated pre‑employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment.
• Can submit a current and valid DOT medical card with more than four (4) months remaining until its expiration in lieu of a DOT physical; otherwise a DOT physical will be required.
• Must hold a valid state‑of‑residence driver’s license and must be able to obtain and maintain the Driver Qualification File.

• ASE T8 (PMI) certification

• ASE 608/609 certification*

• Knowledge of trailer parts and systems, including their designs, uses, repair, and…