Regional Chassis Maintenance & Repair Specialist

DCLI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health, dental, vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Work-life balance flexibility

Wellness resources

Company-sponsored events & perks

Job summary

DCLI in Chicago is seeking a Maintenance and Repair Specialist to monitor and control M&R costs for chassis and related equipment. You will coordinate with logistics, update the M&R system, and conduct site visits to ensure policy adherence and issue resolution.

Responsibilities include working with vendors on productivity, supervising spare parts inventory, and processing invoices up to $1,000. This role requires travel 60–80% weekly and compliance with safety reviews.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in maintenance and repair.
• Ability to learn chassis/trailer repair; prior knowledge is a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate company policy and procedures.
• Ability to identify problems and seek solutions.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet daily requirements.
• Interface credibly with vendors and terminal personnel.
• Ability to travel 60% - 80% per week.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Maintenance & repair experience

Chassis/trailer repair knowledge

Vendor liaison

Problem solving

Independent work ethic

Effective communication

Travel readiness

Job description

DCLI in Chicago is seeking a Maintenance and Repair Specialist to monitor and control M&R costs for chassis and related equipment. You will coordinate with logistics, update the M&R system, and conduct site visits to ensure policy adherence and issue resolution.

Responsibilities include working with vendors on productivity, supervising spare parts inventory, and processing invoices up to $1,000. This role requires travel 60–80% weekly and compliance with safety reviews.