Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Job Description

Lead Mobile Diesel Technician – Lead Mobile Diesel Technician at Cox Automotive in the USA. The Lead Mobile Diesel Technician will be responsible for performing licensed DOT inspections, Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, advanced mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned. He/She is moderately relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs. He/She is heavily relied upon for customer interaction and communication.

Lead on jobsites, and the customer interaction is heavily influenced by this type of mechanic. Mentor and teach other Technicians in the field in a manner most conducive to their learning style. The Lead Mobile Diesel Technician has multiple interactions with Mobile Technician Manager to make valuable decisions related to the performance and potential of other Technicians within the group.

Performs duties of Mobile Technician Manager in their absence.

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light, medium and heavy‑duty vehicles in a mobile/field environment.

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

Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of truck equipment including, but not limited to the following:

• Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems
• Starters/Alternators
• Air conditioning systems
• Fan clutches
• Engine electronics
• Diesel steering systems
• Engines (gas and diesel)
• Transmissions (manual and automatic)
• Clutches
• Differentials

Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges. Road test vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and ensure they are working properly. Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives. 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. 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. Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Diesel tools, welding equipment, lift 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 a timely fashion. 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.

Maintain company‑issued service truck, conduct safety checks and daily pre‑/post‑trip inspections. Support Mobile Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr in inventory reconciliation. Mentor Mobile Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr on best practices and techniques to stay within or close to most Standard Repair Times. Assist Mobile Tech Manager (MTM) with Quality Control Inspections on work performed by Mobile Diesel Technicians I/II/Sr.

High School Diploma/GED and 7 years’ experience. The right…