Lead Mobile Diesel Mechanic

Company Overview

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.

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. The role requires mastery in the majority of technical disciplines, advanced diagnostics, and triage of complicated repairs. The technician is heavily involved in customer interaction and communication, leading on jobsites, and mentoring other technicians.

The Lead Mobile Diesel Technician will also interact with the Mobile Technician Manager and perform managerial duties 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 adjustments and repairs on various truck equipment, including Electrical/Brake/Cooling Systems, Starters/Alternators, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas and diesel), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various truck equipment, including 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, etc.
• 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 to ensure they are working properly.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Independently manage parts inventory and equipment provided on the company‑issued service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
• Maintain and operate the company‑issued service vehicle, conduct safety checks, and perform pre‑/post‑trip inspections.
• Work with and listen effectively to clients and customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve problems, or satisfy expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, prioritizing work activities and time allocations.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, 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 the company‑issued iOS device and the proprietary TRAIT application.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other required documentation in a timely fashion.
• Work with a high degree of independence and manage own daily schedule.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary for repairs.
• Communicate with management and support team via email or phone to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers, or discuss RO findings notes.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• 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…