Night-Shift Lead Mechanic: Diesel Fleet Maintenance

XPO; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

Tool allowance

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

PTO

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Company holidays

Job summary

XPO is seeking a Lead Mechanic for the night shift to supervise shop personnel and manage maintenance for class 7 and 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailers. You will ensure training, order parts, and oversee safety compliance in a fast-paced truck maintenance environment.

The role requires 4 years of related experience or military background, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain EPA HVAC certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• 4 years of related work experience or military experience.
• A valid driver’s license.
• 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.
• Able to obtain EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification within 90 days of hire (ASE, MACS or equivalent).
• Prior mechanical experience in the automotive industry or skilled trades.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and supervise shop personnel.
• Order parts and manage vendors.
• Ensure technicians receive the required training.
• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 7 and 8 diesel equipment, forklifts and trailing equipment in compliance with the manufacturer’s and company’s schedules.
• Safely access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of vehicles and trailers.
• Apply knowledge of and work by the Department of Transportation (DOT), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); follow all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and lead your team to do the same.
• Repair or rebuild all or parts of various equipment systems.
• Move trailers throughout the property.
• Operate a hostler in all types of weather; safely walk and stand for extended periods

Skills

Work experience

Driver's license

Brake inspection

Vehicle inspection

EPA HVAC Certification readiness

Diesel/heavy equipment experience

Shift flexibility

Forklift knowledge

Education

ASE Master MD/HD truck certification

Job description

XPO is seeking a Lead Mechanic for the night shift to supervise shop personnel and manage maintenance for class 7 and 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailers. You will ensure training, order parts, and oversee safety compliance in a fast-paced truck maintenance environment.

The role requires 4 years of related experience or military background, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain EPA HVAC certification within 90 days.