The posting
Position Title: Mobile Mechanic - NorCal
Department: Fleet
Reports To: Fleet Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly, Full-Time, Benefited
Compensation Details: $49.87 – $59.85 /hour DOE
Benefits/Perks:
- Competitive pay
- Full Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, profit sharing, and more.
- Paid training.
- Collaborative team culture in a dynamic working environment.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Extended education opportunities.
- Company Paid Pregnancy/Bonding Leave
Position Summary:
The Mobile Mechanic is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and servicing company vehicles, trailers, equipment, and fleet assets in the field and at designated facilities. This role promotes Sonic’s core values of safety, quality, customer service, accountability, and integrity while ensuring fleet equipment remains operational and compliant with company and regulatory standards.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Occasional overtime, weekends, or after-hours response may be required based on operational needs and emergency repairs.
Travel: Travel is expected for this position. A valid California Driver’s License for three years and Clean DMV is required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
The Mobile Mechanic position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a mechanic, diesel mechanic, fleet mechanic, or mobile mechanic.
- Strong knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine systems.
- Experience with electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with hydraulic systems and trailer maintenance preferred.
- Experience using vehicle diagnostic software and scan tools.
- Ability to read and interpret service manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
- ASE certifications preferred.
- CDL is a plus but not required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Fleet Maintenance & Repair
- Perform preventative maintenance inspections and services on company vehicles and equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fuel system issues.
- Perform brake, suspension, steering, cooling system, engine, and drivetrain repairs.
- Conduct vehicle inspections to identify safety concerns and maintenance needs.
- Perform bit-boom inspections on aerial/utility boom equipment to confirm safe and proper operation.
- Troubleshoot issues using diagnostic software, scan tools, and testing equipment.
- Respond to field service calls and perform roadside diagnostics and repairs.
- Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records.
- Ensure all repairs meet company, manufacturer, and regulatory standards.
- Coordinate with Fleet Management regarding repair priorities and vehicle availability.
- Manage parts inventory and submit parts requests as needed.
- Assist with vehicle upfitting, equipment installations, and fleet modifications.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and service vehicles in a safe and organized condition.
- Support fleet compliance efforts including DOT inspections and emissions requirements.
- Participate in emergency response and after-hours fleet support when required.
- Perform routine vehicle inspections to verify roadworthiness and compliance.
- Wash and clean vehicles as needed to maintain a professional fleet appearance.
All other duties as assigned
Competency:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Responsibility - Acts independently in the field within reason; knows when to consult for assistance; acts with integrity in all business-related decisions; takes responsibility for vehicles, tools.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; GI havathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Previous experience with Microsoft Project strongly preferred.
- Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Work Environment:
The Mobile Mechanic regularly works outdoors and may be exposed to:
- Heat, cold, rain, and varying weather conditions.
- Dust, dirt, grease, and vehicle fluids.
- Moving mechanical equipment.
- Roadside and construction-related environments.
- Noise from equipment and vehicles.
- Daily driving and field service work should be expected.
Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
- Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl.
- Use hands and arms to operate tools and equipment.
- Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 75 pounds.
- Climb ladders and access equipment compartments.
- Work underneath vehicles and in confined spaces.
- Operate company vehicles and service equipment safely.
- Possess vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Safely drive and operate a company vehicle.
Equal Opportunity:
Sonic is an equal opportunity employer. Sonic is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver's license issued under Vehicle Code section 12801.9), ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance or regulation. It also prohibits discrimination, harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
Sonic is an at-will employer. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement, or contract, between the employer and employee and is subject to change. Other functions may be assigned and/or reassigned by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. The only employment contract that exists between you and Sonic is that of at-will employment. Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.
