Trailer Mechanic

Xpo Logistics; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 58,718 - 74,194; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO 13 days first year

9 paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO Logistics is hiring a Heavy Duty Technician in Atlanta area to perform routine maintenance on trailing equipment and ensure DOT/compliance standards. You will inspect, repair, and rebuild systems, operate specialized tooling, and document work orders to keep trailers in top condition.

The role requires 1 year of heavy-duty maintenance, a valid driver's license, and basic computer skills. A range of benefits and steady shifts are offered with growth opportunities at XPO.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in heavy-duty maintenance or entry-level technician role.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to pass safety inspections.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work varied shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and adjustments on trailing equipment per manufacturer, DOT and company schedules.
• Inspect equipment, access all areas, and perform work on trailers as needed.
• Repair or rebuild systems; ensure DOT/OSHA compliance; maintain productive workflow.
• Operate tooling and move trailers; enter times and parts on repair orders; keep areas clean and safe.

Skills

Heavy duty maintenance

Safety inspections

Valid driver's license

Basic computer skills

Shift flexibility

Brake inspection (FDCSA 369.25)

Vehicle inspection (FDCSA 369.19)

Basic hand tools

Welding skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diesel tech school diploma

ASE certifications

Tools

None

Job description

Overview

Full job description: Solutions driven success. XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.

Pay and Benefits

• Expected pay range: $28.23 to $35.67 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.
• Monday – Friday operation
• Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit
• Full health insurance benefits on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days PTO over the course of your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance

What You'll Do on a Typical Day

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment, in compliance with the manufacturers, DOT, and company schedules
• Access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of trailers
• Repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems
• Apply knowledge and work in accordance with DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority, OSHA and other rules and regulations, as required
• Maintain proficiency on equipment and technologies that enhance our productivity
• Move trailers throughout the property, operate a hostler in all types of weather
• Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity
• Operate specialized tooling and vehicles
• Ensure work area is always clean, safe, and organized
• Interact with operations and shop management

Qualifications

• At a minimum, you’ll need:
• 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy duty maintenance and/or time in the Entry‑Level Technician role
• A valid driver’s license
• Ability to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
• Basic computer skills
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in the FDCSA regulations, Section 369.25
• Vehicle inspection qualified in the FDCSA regulations, Section 369.19
• Basic hand tools required for heavy duty trailer maintenance
• It’d be great if you also have:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades
• Diesel tech school diploma
• Previous or current ASE certifications
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)
• This job requires the ability to:
• Lift objects up to 50 lbs. frequently and more than 75 lbs. occasionally
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery, including working outdoors in inclement weather
• Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel
• Walk and stand for extended periods of time on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

Equal Opportunity and Other Information

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre‑employment drug test.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

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