Maintenance and Repair Specialist

About the Role

Monitor and control all aspects of equipment repair within the Houston area, ensuring compliance with company policies and standards while maintaining cost efficiency and service levels.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control M&R costs for chassis.
• Monitor and control OOS equipment levels, including Repair Estimate Approval and Repair Limit Compliance.
• Maintain regular communication with the logistics department regarding equipment requirements.
• Update chassis OOS status and notes in the M&R System as needed.
• Conduct daily visits to local terminals and CY’s to address M&R issues and enforce company policies.
• Provide detailed written reports of problems to the Houston M&R Manager.
• Ensure DCLI inspection/repair standards are communicated to vendors and adhered to on all equipment repairs.
• Investigate ways to reduce overall M&R costs without compromising service levels.
• Work with vendors to increase productivity.
• Monitor and control spare parts inventory levels of DCLI-owned parts.
• Respond to all correspondence within one working day.
• Review and transmit work orders daily in the M&R system.
• Assist in selecting new repair vendors within the region.
• Resolve work order input discrepancies with M&R vendors.
• Perform DCLI monthly safety reviews.
• Conduct shop site audits for all responsible locations.
• Monitor and release DVER/DVIR inspections as notified.
• Participate in the Top Ten Trucker Load Program and visit one truck line per week.
• Review M&R system reports (S09, S11, duplicate code, and duplicate work order reports) as needed.
• Generate information for third-party billing/damage recovery at all locations.
• Assist with road service when necessary.
• Track and order license plates for chassis.
• Verify, code, and approve invoices up to $10,000.00.
• Work with the logistics team to maintain proper inventory levels.
• Monitor and control inventory levels of DCLI-owned tires.
• Coordinate off-hire and scrap chassis programs.
• Ensure accurate and timely accruals each month.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in maintenance and repair.
• Thorough knowledge of chassis or trailer repair.
• Ability to effectively communicate company policies and procedures.
• Ability to identify problems and seek solutions.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet daily requirements.
• Credible interface with vendors and terminal personnel.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers.
• Willingness to travel 60%–80% weekly.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Benefits

• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family.
• Ample PTO and paid holidays.
• 401k with company match.
• Flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Wellness resources.
• Company-sponsored parties, outings, and other perks.

Development Opportunities

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Internal training and educational resources.
• Quarterly and annual awards for outstanding performance.
• Pathways to promotions and access to advice, feedback, and mentorship.
• Participation in professional organizations.
• Internships.