Diesel Technician: Top Pay, Benefits & Growth

XPO; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health insurance benefits on day1

Life and disability insurance

Earn up to 13 days PTO in first year

9 paid company holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Uniforms provided

Tool allowance $400/quarter

Job summary

XPO in Indianapolis is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair class 6–8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment. You will inspect, adjust, repair systems and troubleshoot to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires 2 years' experience or a technical school certification, EPA HVAC certification within 90 days, a valid driver's license, and welding and basic tool skills. Shift options include days, evenings, nights, and weekends with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair or a technical school degree with certification in heavy-duty truck/trailer maintenance.
• EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification within 90 days of hire (ASE, MACS or equivalent).
• A valid driver’s license.
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC) and mechanical skills.
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer and tractor maintenance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.25.
• Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.19.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 6 through 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment.
• Inspect and repair as needed, and troubleshoot equipment and component issues.
• Abide by DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority, OSHA and other rules and regulations.
• Conduct safety inspections on equipment and prepare safety documentation as needed.
• Move trailers throughout the property, operating 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.

Skills

Tractor & trailer inspection

Heavy-duty maintenance

EPA HVAC Certification

Valid driver’s license

Welding skills

Basic computer skills

DOT/FMCSA safety knowledge

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diesel tech school diploma

ASE certifications

Job description

XPO in Indianapolis is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair class 6–8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment. You will inspect, adjust, repair systems and troubleshoot to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires 2 years' experience or a technical school certification, EPA HVAC certification within 90 days, a valid driver's license, and welding and basic tool skills. Shift options include days, evenings, nights, and weekends with comprehensive benefits.