Mobile Light/Medium Mechanic I

<p style="text-align:left"><b>Company</b></p>Cox Automotive - USA<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Family Group</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Vehicle Operations<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Profile</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Mobile Light Medium Tech I - Non-DOT (Flag)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Management Level</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Individual Contributor<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>Flexible Work Option</b><span> </span></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Can work remotely but need to live in the specified city, state, or region<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Travel %</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Yes 100% of the time<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Work Shift</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Variable<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>*** If you have any questions or to connect with a recruiter while your application is being reviewed, please Text DFS3 to 317-597-8130 ***</b>  </p><p></p><p><b><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Cox Fleet keeps your</span> fleet moving.</b>  </p><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Headquartered in</span> <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Indianapolis, Cox Fleet has grown</span> to become one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country.  </p><p></p><p>Cox Fleet 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. Cox Fleet also services <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">customers utilizing its</span> 50+ nationwide <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">service centers; each</span> offering accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. We are supported by a 24/7 <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">in-house call-center and</span> provide scheduled maintenance services and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.  </p><p></p><p><u>JOB SUMMARY</u>  </p><p>Cox Fleet is currently hiring a <b>Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician </b>to join our <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">recently acquired company,</span> <b>Corcoran Fleet Services,</b> to support our combined future growth. <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">If you’re looking</span> for a new place to call home, we would love to talk with you. The <b>Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician </b>will be responsible for performing Preventative Maintenance inspections, light and follow-up repairs, light <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">mechanical/hydraulic/electrical</span> and electronic diagnostics, licensed DOT inspections, and other duties as assigned at our customer locations. <b>Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician </b>continues to <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">learn additional advanced</span> mechanical skills and diagnostic Techniques. A successful <b>Light/Medium Duty Automotive Technician </b>complies with all company policies and achieves high <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">level performance</span> metrics.  </p><p></p><ul><li><p>You will work on various light/medium duty vehicles such as F150, F250, and F350, including some <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">specialty equipment etc. </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Travel <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">is required 100%</span> of the time. This position will service multiple customers in your area and around the state, depending on customer concentration. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>A rotating schedule of Mon-Fri the first week and Mon-Sat the second week (Home every day)  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>This is a <b>Flat Rate</b> Position with abundance of work available. </p></li></ul><p>  </p><p><u>DUTIES</u>  </p><ul><li><p>Always follow and comply with safe operating practices and procedures.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Travel to and perform work at <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">customer location,</span> with most of the work performed outside.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light and medium vehicles in the field. </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as some Diesel tools, lifts, and jacks.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of customer vehicles, trucks, and equipment including, but not limited to the following: <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Electrical/Brake/Cooling</span> Systems, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Starters/Alternators,</span> Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Engines (gas only), Transmissions (manual and automatic) etc.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of vehicles, trucks, and equipment including, but not limited to the following: <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Electrical/Brake/Cooling</span> Systems, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Starters/Alternators,</span> Air conditioning systems, Fan clutches, Engine electronics, Diesel steering systems, Engines (gas only), Transmissions (manual and automatic), Clutches, Differentials, etc.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as scanners and pressure gauges.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Identify problems, determine accuracy</span> and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">Independently determining parts</span> required for each job, ordering, and picking up the parts for installation.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Document according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and all <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">findings observed on</span> Repair Orders (“RO”) using company provided cellphone and on paper.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion, as applicable.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Maintain a clean and safe work environment.  Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Apply knowledge that <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">is acquired through</span> formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Work <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">with support team</span> to assess customer needs, provide information <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">or assistance, resolving their</span> problems, <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">or satisfying their</span> expectations.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Act with <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">integrity, demonstrate honesty and</span> keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Communicate with support team in corporate offices to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Participate and complete all-in <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">company required safety</span> training.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Maintain assigned <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">service vehicle,</span> conduct <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">safety checks and</span> daily pre/post trip inspections.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures.  </p></li></ul><p></p><p><u>REQUIREMENTS</u>  </p><ul><li><p>High School Diploma or GED preferred.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">license required. </span></p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an Automotive Technician on light/medium vehicle repair or equivalent combination of technical <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">education/certifications/skill/experiences.</span>  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>2 years of equivalent experience in a similar capacity Technician role.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Participate in and complete all-in company required training.  </p></li></ul><p></p><p><u>SKILLS & ABILITIES </u>  </p><ul><li><p>Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods of time without tiring, which may include performing repetitive tasks.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner. Engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Ability <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">to determine the</span> type of tools and equipment needed.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Ability to accurately judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from the observer, or the distance between an object and the observer.  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Use logic and reasoning <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">to identify the</span> strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.  </p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><u>WHY Cox Fleet? </u><b> </b> </p><ul><li><p><b>Flat Rate. $25.00 to $30.00+ per hour based on experience and location. (Paid weekly) </b> </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b>Technical <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">training provided to</span> advance your career. </b>  </p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b>Dedicated career path – ‘Over 50% of our front-line managers are promoted from within’.</b></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Benefits</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of 6.67 hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b>About Us</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.<h3></h3><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.<p><br> </p><h3><br> </h3>

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