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Cox Enterprises · 15 hours ago

Lead Fleet Auto Maintenance Technician

Scottsdale AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$32.26/hr - $48.41/hr

5+ years exp

Cox Automotive is a leading provider of mobile maintenance and repair services for fleets across the United States. They are seeking a Lead Fleet Auto Maintenance Technician who will be responsible for maintaining and repairing vehicles, ensuring exceptional service and customer satisfaction while supervising a small team of technicians.

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Responsibilities

Perform Preventive Maintenance: change oil, oil filter, fuel filter, transmission flush, and inspection of the vehicle for mechanical deficiencies. Perform light and major repairs. Perform advanced vehicle diagnostics. Will have direct interaction with customers and display exceptional interpersonal skills while driving service center’s performance with the highest integrity and trust

Based upon certification levels, perform various repairs and maintenance which may include: OBD II systems, brake components, tires, tune-ups, suspension components, aerial lifts, electrical systems, State Safety Inspections, interior/exterior components, engine, and driveline components, etc

May maintain/repair equipment. (cable trailers, laptop docking stations, etc.)

Keep shop area clean and tidy. Perform work in accordance with safety standards. Dispose of all fluids in a safe manner and in accordance with all regulations

Create and maintains vehicle history and maintenance records. May up-fit new vehicles with the necessary equipment

Performs more complex repairs, advanced diagnostics, design, and fabrication

Assures prompt repairs by interfacing and coordinating with vendors for parts and repairs. May perform roadside assistance as needed

Provides custom equipment when needed by engaging in equipment design and moderate fabrication tasks including welding

Assures availability of specialized trucks by troubleshooting and repairing complex hydraulic systems, generators and electrical systems, hybrids, and onboard computer systems

Responsible for the efficient diagnosis, repair, and replacement of general automotive parts and accessories. A Lead Technician will conduct a wide variety of diagnoses and repairs; including but not limited to brakes, drivability, emissions, steering/suspension, electrical, state safety and emissions testing, maintenance services, HVAC, major engine, and hydraulics

Has medium/heavy truck experience, booms/hydraulics, electrical, any complex repairs, design, and fabrication

Skilled in diesel and transmission repairs

Will possess advanced knowledge and advanced troubleshooting skills to resolve complex repairs

Master-level Technicians must be skilled and able to work on multiple applications, from Light-Duty to Class A-Heavy Trucks, Mechanical Equipment, Machinery, Passenger Vehicles, and more

Shop responsibilities may include scheduling repairs and maintenance, maintaining parts and supply inventories, and assisting Area Manager in maintaining relationships with local vendors, dealers, and sublet repair facilities for compliance with our processes and policies

Will maintain all shop tools to ensure they are currently in service, repair, and relative. Will be able to identify the shop tool needs and communicate with leadership

Is responsible for supervising shop productivity, providing work direction, and identifying priorities to a small staff of Technicians. May assist Area Manager in other duties including but not limited to training compliance for shop personnel, monitoring and obtaining HR compliance with PTO, PVO holidays, timecards

Will ensure all SOPs are implemented at the shop to ensure compliance with Company standards

Must be a self-starter, open-minded, and can deal with change and lead a team to overcome obstacles in a constructive and positive manner

All other duties as assigned related to the normal business of a mechanical repair facility

Contribute to maintaining shop morale through the appropriate distribution of work and by providing technical expertise and effective guidance and coaching to other shop employees. Act as the primary assistant to manager or supervisor in assigning and directing the work of shop employees

Perform quality control checks on all work; notify immediate supervisor of exceptional or unsatisfactory work, employee-related problems, or other factors hindering work accomplishment

Orient, train, and instruct new and current employees regarding job functions/tasks expected of them when needed

Assist with inventory management and ensure that all shop equipment, supplies, and tools are in good, clean working order at all times

Report theft, damage, or any/all safety concerns to management

Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Work in cooperation with safety leadership in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence. Lead responsibility for safety, compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all local codes in conjunction with the shop manager

Work with manager to review work volumes, plan, and continuously monitor staffing levels to ensure efficiency, quality work product, and effective customer service; review departmental performance against key performance indicators and metrics to develop and execute strategies for improvement

Effectively leads the team at the location by setting an example in behavior, championing Cox/Manheim values, and ensuring that all employees are treated with respect

Enforce all company policies and procedures related to employee and customer conduct

Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualification

Master Level ASE certificationDiesel repair experienceTransmission experienceAdvanced vehicle diagnosticsHeavy truck experienceElectrical systems knowledgeMechanical repair skillsCustomer service skillsLeadership skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

High School Diploma/GED and 7 years' experience. 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 5 years' experience; or 9 years' experience in a related field

Ability to drive vehicles with standard and automatic transmission

Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment

Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently

Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear. Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb

Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Must be detail-oriented

Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds (tools, equipment)

Master-level techs must be versed to work on multiple applications from Light-Duty to Class A-Heavy Trucks, Mechanical Equipment, Machinery, Passenger Vehicles, and more

Requires extensive training and certification accompanied with a preferred 5-10 years of hands-on diesel repair experience

Good organizational and interpersonal skills

Exhibit strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills

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 driver's license, be able to obtain and maintain their Driver Qualification File

Preferred

Possess or be able to attain Master Level ASE certification

Transmission experience preferred

Diesel experience preferred

Benefits

Health, dental, vision insurance starts DAY ONE of employment.

401(k) matching starts after 90 days, 100% match up to 6% contribution and an additional 2% discretionary contribution by the company.

Accrue up to 200 hours (5-weeks) of Paid Time Off based on your tenure with the company.

Tuition Assistance/Reimbursement

Adoption/Surrogacy assistance

Pet Insurance

Multiple ERG, diversity groups, and company paid volunteer hours.

Employee discounts on new vehicle purchases, cellphone plans, ridesharing, home/rental insurance, wellness/fitness incentives and much more.

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.