Chassis M&R Specialist — Field Tech & Vendor Liaison

Direct ChassisLink, Inc. / DCLI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health, dental, and vision

Ample PTO and paid holidays

401k with company match

Flexibility to support work-life

Wellness resources

Company-sponsored parties and perks

Job summary

Direct ChassisLink, Inc. / DCLI in Chicago seeks a Maintenance & Repair Supervisor to monitor and control M&R costs, oversee OOS equipment, and liaise with logistics. You will conduct site visits, enforce vendor standards, manage inventory, and support road service with 60–80% travel.

Requirements include three years in maintenance and repair, ability to learn chassis repairs, and strong independent work ethics. Competitive benefits and stable growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in maintenance and repair.
• Ability to learn chassis/trailer repair; prior knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to travel 60%–80% of weekly travel.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control M&R costs for chassis.
• Monitor and control OOS equipment levels; Repair Estimate Approval and Repair Limit compliance.
• Communicate with logistics regarding equipment requirements.
• Update chassis OOS status and notes in M&R System.
• Conduct daily visits to local Terminals and CYs to address issues and enforce policies.
• Ensure inspection/repair standards are communicated to vendors.
• Assist locations in reducing M&R costs while maintaining service levels.
• Work with vendors to increase productivity.
• Monitor and control spare parts inventory levels.
• Respond to all correspondence within one working day.
• Review work orders daily in M&R system.
• Assist in selecting new repair vendors within the region.
• Discuss and resolve input discrepancies with M&R vendors.
• Perform DCLI monthly safety review.
• Conduct shop site audits.
• Monitor and release any DVER/DVIR inspections.
• Participate in Top Ten Trucker Load Program.
• Visit one truck line per week.
• Review M&R system reports; S09, S11, etc.
• Generate information for third party billing/damage recovery.
• Assist with road service where necessary.
• Track and order license plates for chassis.
• Verify, code and approve invoices up to $1,000.
• Work with logistics team to maintain inventory levels.
• Monitor and control inventory levels of DCLI owned tires.
• Coordinate off hire and scrap chassis programs.
• Ensure accruals are done accurately and timely.

Skills

Maintenance & repair knowledge

Ability to travel 60-80% weekly

Independent work

Job description

Direct ChassisLink, Inc. / DCLI in Chicago seeks a Maintenance & Repair Supervisor to monitor and control M&R costs, oversee OOS equipment, and liaise with logistics. You will conduct site visits, enforce vendor standards, manage inventory, and support road service with 60–80% travel.

Requirements include three years in maintenance and repair, ability to learn chassis repairs, and strong independent work ethics. Competitive benefits and stable growth opportunities are offered.