Lead Diesel Mechanic - Afternoon Shift

About the role

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology, and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise shop personnel
• Order parts and manage vendors
• Ensure technicians receive the required training
• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 7 and 8 diesel equipment, forklifts and trailing equipment in compliance with the manufacturer’s and company’s schedules
• Safely access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of vehicles and trailers
• Apply knowledge of and work by the Department of Transportation (DOT), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); follow all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and lead your team to do the same
• Repair or rebuild all or parts of various equipment systems
• Moves trailers throughout the property
• Operate a hostler in all types of weather; safely walk and stand for extended periods
• Lead Technicians are required to: Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. And occasionally greater than 75 lbs. Safely walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery, including working outdoors in inclement weather
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel

Requirements

• 4 years of related work experience or military experience
• A valid driver’s license
• Strong computer skills
• Brease inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.25
• Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.19
• Able to obtain EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification within 90 days of hire (ASE, MACS or equivalent)

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on experience as a fleet technician
• Forklift repair knowledge
• ASE Master MD/HD truck certification
• Diesel tech school diploma
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)

Skills

• Knowledge of DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority and OSHA rules and regulations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and occasionally more
• Ability to work in various shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Benefits

Experienced Technicians can earn $40.20/hour including Master Certification and shift differential. Afternoon Shift, Monday-Friday, 1:00PM-10:30PM Company-provided uniforms Tool allowance of $400 per quarter

Pay

Pay, benefits and more: Experienced Technicians can earn $40.20/hour including Master Certification and shift differential. Afternoon Shift, Monday-Friday, 1:00PM-10:30PM Company-provided uniforms Tool allowance of $400 per quarter

Schedule

Afternoon Shift, Monday-Friday, 1:00PM-10:30PM

Education Assistance

Qualified applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.