Diesel Mechanic - All Experience Levels

Who We Are

At U.S. Xpress, we’re proud to have one of the largest, newest and most technologically advanced fleets in the entire nation. But machines don’t make our company great. People do— especially the highly trained problem-solvers who keep these sophisticated machines running at their peak.

Why U.S. Xpress?

• Right Role. Right Tools. Right People.
• We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about.
• Competitive compensation package including a technician sign-on bonus, boot allowance, and college tuition at no cost to you or your children.

What You’ll Do

• Tests, services, and repairs tractors and related mechanical components.
• Diagnose and repair most transmission, engine, electrical, suspension, driveline, HVAC, brakes and air systems.
• May require assistance from Tech III.
• Repair/Replace bolt on body parts such as hoods and cab extenders.
• Perform DOT inspections as outlined in USX guidelines.
• Perform open seat inspections to prepare tractor for next driver.
• Perform 90 day lease operator inspections.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Capable of using all diagnostic equipment and resources.
• Drive trucks in and out of shop before and after repairs.
• Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most SRT times.
• Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
• Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers
• Check vehicle fluids; transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.
• Perform vehicle preventative maintenance (PM’s) as outlined in USX PM guidelines.
• Change vehicle tires.
• Grease mechanical parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Skills/Certifications: Valid Driver’s License required. Basic computer skills preferred. Ability to read and write. Must provide own hand tools that are adequate to perform job functions.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequently stands, walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Reaches with hands and arms.
• Uses hand tools constantly for extended periods of time.
• Stoops to 30" minimum and kneels to 18" minimum.
• Reach heights over 72" frequently; ability to crouch to height of 18" frequently.
• Reach and stretch across the midline with full cervical range of motion and bilateral range of motion.
• Use hand tools constantly for extended periods of time.
• Stoops to 30" minimum and kneels to 18" minimum.
• Frequently climb 51' with one 24" step and pull full body weight.
• Frequently climb stairs 24" without a hand hold rail.
• Pull self up ladder with 4x17" steps with upper body pull.
• Frequently go in/out of truck on 51" and one 24" step pulling full body weight.
• Frequently go up and down ramp.
• Occasionally push 250 lbs, pull 125 lbs, frequently push/pull 100/50 lbs and constantly push/pull 50/25 lbs.
• Occasionally carry, lift overhead, high, low and medium lift 51/75 lbs, frequently 50/21 lbs and constantly 20/1 lbs.
• Must be able to perform all physical requirements with reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

This job operates in a well-lit and well-ventilated repair shop environment. Work Environment / Physical Requirements—Repair Shop Settings The physical requirements for this position match the needs of a well-lit and well-ventilated repair shop environment. Candidates for this role should be able to stand or walk for long periods of time, extensively work with their hands, and communicate verbally with their teammates.