Shop Diesel Mechanic II

Company

Cox Automotive - USA

Job Family Group

Vehicle Operations

Job Profile

Diesel Maintenance Tech II - Non-DOT

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Flexible Work Option

No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location

Travel %

No

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Hourly base pay rate is $29.42 - $44.13/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.

Shop Diesel Technician II will be responsible for performing licensed DOT inspections, preventative maintenance inspections, light and follow‑up repairs, light mechanical/hydraulic/electrical and electronic diagnostics, and other duties as assigned. The technician can perform more advanced diagnostics and repairs under the supervision of a Sr Shop Diesel Technician or higher. The shop technician continues to learn additional advanced mechanical skills and diagnostic techniques.

A successful shop technician complies with all company policies and achieves high level performance metrics.

• Always follow and comply 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 acquired through formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform tasks; work with, understand, and evaluate technical information related to the job.
• Work with the Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments to prioritize work activities and time allocations.
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty, keep commitments, maintain confidentiality, and adhere 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.
• Occasionally travel and perform work at customer locations.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, diesel tools, welding equipment, lifts and jacks.
• Document according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and findings on repair orders (“RO”) using company issued device and/or Karmak application.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other documentation in a timely fashion.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and work within or close to most standard repair times.
• Communicate with the shop manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and discuss RO findings.
• Perform all work in compliance with safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participate in all company‑required safety training.
• Maintain the shop‑assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks, and perform daily pre/post‑trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustments and repairs on various truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, starters/alternators, fan clutches, engine electronics, diesel steering systems, gas and diesel engines, transmissions and differentials.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair truck equipment, including electrical, brake, cooling, starters, alternators, air conditioning, fan, engine electronics, diesel steering, engines, transmissions and differentials.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, and generate alternatives using sound judgment.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Assist Shop Diesel Technician I with diagnostics.

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years’ experience in a related field; or a different combination such as a higher…