Diesel Mechanic Apprentice: Training, Tools & Benefits

XPO; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Health insurance on day one

Life and disability insurance

PTO 13 days first year

9 paid holidays

401(k) match

Education assistance

Incentive plan

Job summary

XPO is hiring a Mechanic Apprentice to perform routine maintenance on heavy-duty diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment. You will assist with inspections, repairs, and safety documentation while growing your skills in a busy shop environment.

First shift, 6:00AM-2:30PM, Monday through Friday, with a competitive package including health benefits and a 401(k) plan. Prior experience or technical training preferred; a valid license is required.

Qualifications

• 1 year of tractor/trailer inspection and repair experience or technical school with certification in heavy-duty truck/trailer maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Willingness to work days, evenings, weekends across shifts.
• Brake inspection per FMCSA 396.25; Vehicle Inspection per 396.19.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on heavy-duty diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment per schedules.
• Access equipment areas and perform inspections and maintenance on vehicles and trailers.
• Repair or rebuild equipment systems as needed.
• Conduct safety inspections and maintain safety documentation.
• Move trailers on site with hostler in varied weather conditions.
• Log job times and parts on repair orders and use specialized tooling.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work area and coordinate with operations.

Skills

Driver's license

Shift flexibility

Diesel equipment maintenance

DOT/OSHA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent/military experience

ASE certifications (preferred)

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

XPO is hiring a Mechanic Apprentice to perform routine maintenance on heavy-duty diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment. You will assist with inspections, repairs, and safety documentation while growing your skills in a busy shop environment.

First shift, 6:00AM-2:30PM, Monday through Friday, with a competitive package including health benefits and a 401(k) plan. Prior experience or technical training preferred; a valid license is required.