Trailer Mechanic

Full job description

Solutions driven success.

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. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

Pay, benefits and more.

• Expected pay range: $28.23 to $35.67 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.
• Monday – Friday operation
• Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit
• Full health insurance benefits on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days PTO over the course of your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• 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
• Apply knowledge and work in accordance with DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations, as required
• Maintain proficiency on equipment and technologies that enhance our productivity
• Move trailers throughout the property, 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 work area is always clean, safe, and organized
• Interact with operations and shop management

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy duty maintenance and/or time in the Entry-Level Technician role
• A valid driver’s license
• Ability to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
• Basic computer skills
• Availability 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

It’d be great if you also have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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)

This job requires the ability to:

• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 lbs. frequently and more than 75 lbs. occasionally
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time 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
• Walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

Be part of something big.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All 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.

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