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Manheim Dallas-Fort Worth · 1 day ago

Trailer Repair Technician with CDL B

Syracuse-Auburn Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$24.23/hr - $36.35/hr

3+ years exp

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive is a leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services for fleets across the country. The Shop Trailer Technician II will perform certified DOT inspections, preventative maintenance inspections, and light repairs on various trailer equipment in a shop environment.

Automotive

No H1B

Responsibilities

Always follows and complies 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

Applies knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates 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 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, to include 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 the following: trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers, Trailer steering systems

Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures

Diagnose, adjust, and repair various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers, Trailer steering 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

Qualification

DOT inspectionsPreventative MaintenanceTrailer repairASE T8 certificationOEM trainingPhysical staminaTool identificationCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

High School Diploma/GED and 3 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; or 5 years' experience in a related field

Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties

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; valid driver's license required. Candidate must hold a valid state-of-residence CDL-B driver's license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File

Required Certifications Or Obtained Within 18 Months: ASE T8 (PMI) certification