Mobile Tire Technician 1

Xpresstechfreight; Shippensburg Township (PA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts

401k with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

U.S. Xpress is seeking a Mobile Tire Technician 1 at the SHIPPENSBURG USX TERMINAL to perform basic preventive maintenance and tire repairs on tractors and trailers. The role emphasizes tire work, alignment checks, valve stem replacements, and inventory coordination at a dedicated site.

Work hours are Tuesday to Friday, 0600–1630, with on-site responsibilities and a pay range of $26.87–$29.86 per hour. This role supports safety and equipment uptime with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience performing basic preventative maintenance and tire repairs on tractors and trailers.
• Ability to dismount/remount tires and balance wheels.
• Familiarity with DOT standards and on-site inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Dismount and remount tires on trucks and trailers.
• Balance tires and determine counterweights.
• Inspect and repair tires, valves, and PSI systems.
• Coordinate with Corporate Tire Team on inventory needs.
• Travel to remote sites for field repairs as needed.
• Ensure safety and compliance during onsite work.

Skills

Tire maintenance

Dismount/remount tires

Balancing wheels

Preventive maintenance

Inventory management

DOT compliance

Field service

Job description

Mobile Tire Technician 1

SHIPPENSBURG USX TERMINAL
Tuesday-Friday 0600-1630
Position open to remote: No
Grade: TCY1
Compensation Range: 26.87 - 29.86

Who We Are:

Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas.U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

Why U.S. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic/Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death/Dismemberment
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Primary Position Purpose:

Perform basic preventative maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers with the primary focus on tires.

Position Functions:

• Dismount and remount tires on trucks and trailers.
• Use a balancing machine to determine counterweights required to balance wheels.
• Clean hubs and wheels to prevent corrosion.
• Rotate and balance tires.
• Diagnose and resolve alignment issues.
• Perform tire repairs such as valves stem replacement, removing puncturing objects, and sealing punctures.
• Change vehicle tires, check for proper air pressure, and inspect/repair PSI systems.
• Identify irregular wear, high wear rates, or operational tire issues. Report findings to Corporate Tire Team.
• Coordinate with Corporate Tire Team on inventory needs and manage onsite inventory.
• Understand DOT OOS items and enforce compliance with DOT & USX standards.
• Perform basic and routine preventive maintenance on tractors and trailers as outlined in USX PM guidelines.
• Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
• Check vehicle fluids (e.g. transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.).
• Grease mechanical parts.
• Maintain a high productivity level and complete most jobs within or close to SRT times.
• Travel to various remote sites to accomplish field repairs on equipment that is broken down, where relocating them to the main shop would be counterproductive.
• Perform all repairs in various weather conditions and site environments safely and efficiently.
• Maintain services for the company’s fleet of vehicles.
• Evaluate safety concerns and make necessary adjustments to ensure safety during travel, and any duties performed while onsite at the various locations is always to the highest standard.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair of assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers’ specifications.
• Efficiently account for paid time on work orders and document various steps taken throughout the repair process to ensure historical data for potential future information.
• Ability to source needed parts when necessary and communicate with Parts Supervisor of domiciled terminal for proper payment to vendor.
• Maintain parts inventory integrity and parts usage tracking from cradle to grave.
• Focused on excellent customer service, and resolution oriented.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate in-person with all levels of the organization to harness collective intelligence of the workforce.
• Attend all in-person meetings and trainings on recent developments, goals, and objectives. Participate in such discussions by offering input and advice.
• Regularly engage remotely and in-person with customers and potential customers to establish rapport, open communication, and expectations.

Work Environment:

This job operates in infrequent temperature andhumidity extremes up to 100% of workday (this includes working outside/inside);will work on computer and use phones 5% or less of workday; could operate thecompany vehicle up to 95% of workday. Employees should be able to stand or walkfor long periods of time, extensively work with their hands, and communicateverbally with their teammates.

This job description indicates the general natureand level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities,duties, or responsibilities. Employeesperforming this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and theresponsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentialfunctions.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required totalk or hear; frequently stands, walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel;and reaches with hands and arms.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time supporting full body weight
• Ability to walk 1000 feet minimum and change positions frequently
• Ability to frequently move shoulders with full range of motion in all six planes of movement
• Ability to reach heights over 72” frequently; ability to crouch to height of 18” frequently
• Abilityto reach and stretch across the midline with full cervical range of motion and bilateral range of motion
• Ability to use hand tools constantly for extended periods of time
• Ability to stoop to 30” minimum and kneel to 18” minimum
• Ability to frequently climb 51’ with one 24” step and pull full body weight
• Ability to frequently climb stairs 24” without a hand hold rail
• Ability to pull self up ladder with 4x17”steps with upper body pull
• Ability to constantly go in/out of truck on 51” and one 24” step pulling full body weight
• Ability to frequently go up and down ramp
• Ability to occasionally push 250 lbs, pull 125 lbs, frequently push/pull 100/50 lbs and constantly push/pull 50/25 lbs
• Ability to occasionally carry, lift overhead, high, low and medium lift 51/75 lbs, frequently 50/21 lbs and constantly 20/1 lbs
• *Must be able to perform all physicalrequirements with reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment (Risk Factors):

None Average Extreme

• Humidity or Wet conditions (non-weather-related) X
• Extreme Cold (non-weather-related) X
• Extreme Heat (non-weather-related) X
• Moving Mechanical Parts X
• Risk of Electrical Shock or Radiation X
• High or Precarious places X
• Fumes orAirborne Particules X
• Toxic, Caustic Chemicals or Hazardous Waste X
• Outdoor Weather Conditions X
• Work with Explosives X
• Noise X
• Standing X
• Walking X
• Sitting X
• Reaching X
• Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling X
• Speaking, Listening, Tasting, Smelling X
• Lifting, Climbing, Balancing X
• Special Visual Requirements X
• Special Hand Movements X

EEO Employer:

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.