Sr Shop Trailer Mechanic

Sr Shop Trailer Mechanic – Cox Automotive Inc.

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Fleet Services by Cox Automotive is currently hiring a Sr. Shop Trailer Mechanic. This is a dedicated on‑site shop position and we do not provide emergency side‑of‑the‑road type repairs. The Sr Shop Trailer Technician will be responsible for performing certified DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light and advanced repairs, and other duties as assigned such as aluminum and chem‑lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body and framework.

Heavily relied upon for advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Trailer Technician I/II. Considered the Lead on job sites by customers and technicians. Functions as a consultant on the customer's behalf.

• 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 one's job; work with, understand, and evaluate technical information related to the job.
• Work with Service Writer to assess customer 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.
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty and keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering 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.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts, 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 device and/or Karmak application.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in a timely fashion.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most standard repair times.
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team 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, including OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participate and complete all‑in company required safety training.
• Maintain shop‑assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post‑trip inspections.
• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to, aluminum and chem‑lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, brake chambers, trailer steering systems.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of trailer equipment and systems; welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body and framework.
• Identify problems, determine accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Assist Shop Trailer Technician I with diagnostics.
• Support Shop Trailer Technician I/II in obtaining correct parts for each job.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and triage of complicated repairs by Shop Trailer Technicians I/II.

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years' experience in a related field. Candidates may have alternative combinations such as a degree/certification…