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Sr Mobile Diesel Mechanic
Company | Cox |
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Location | East Lansing, MI, USA |
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Salary | $31.49 – $47.26 |
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Type | Full-Time |
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Degrees | |
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Experience Level | Senior |
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Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED and 5 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 and 3 years’ experience; or 7 years’ experience in a related field
- Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties
- Obtain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification T8 (PMI) within eighteen (18) months
- Obtain 608/609 certification within eighteen (18) months
- This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal 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 remaining until its expiration may be submitted in leu of a DOT physical. If the DOT medical card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required
- Due to interstate operating authority commerce regulations, candidates must be at least 21 years or older
- Safe drivers needed and 3 YR MVR review required; Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence driver’s license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File (DQF) and be eligible to drive in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
Responsibilities
- 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, etc.
- 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, 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 that 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 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
Preferred Qualifications
- ASE T2 (Diesel Engines) certification
- ASE T3 (Drivetrain) certification
- ASE T4 (Brakes) certification
- ASE T5 (Suspension) certification
- ASE T6 (Electrical and Electronic Systems)
- ASE T7 (HVAC) certification
- ASE A8 (Engine Performance) certification
- ASE L1 (Advanced Engine Performance Specialist)
- ASE L2 (Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist) certification