Trailer 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment, in compliance with the manufacturers, DOT, and company schedules
• Access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of trailers
• Repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems
• Abside by DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations
• Maintain proficiency in equipment and technologies that enhance our productivity
• Move trailers throughout the property, and operate a hostler in all types of weather
• Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity
• Operate specialized tooling and vehicles
• Ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and organized
• Interact with operations and shop management

Requirements

• 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance and/or time in an entry-level Technician role
• A valid driver’s license
• Able to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
• Basic computer skills
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.25
• Vehicle Inspection qualified in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.19
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer maintenance

Preferred qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Work-related or military experience
• Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades
• Diesel tech school diploma
• Previous or current ASE certifications
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)

Benefits

• Experienced Trailer Mechanics can earn up to $33.70/hour including shift differential
• Afternoon Shift, 1:00PM-9:30PM
• Company-provided uniforms
• Tool allowance of $400 per quarter
• Full health insurance benefits on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance

Pay

Experienced Trailer Mechanics can earn up to $33.70/hour including shift differential.

Schedule

Afternoon Shift, 1:00PM-9:30PM

Skills

Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer maintenance

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Benefits

• Full health insurance benefits on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance