Trailer Mechanic - Afternoon Shift

XPO; Chester (VA); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 47.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Uniforms provided

Tool allowance $400/quarter

Health insurance on day one

Life and disability insurance

PTO 13 days first year

9 paid holidays

401(k) with match

Education assistance

Descripción de la vacante

XPO is seeking a Trailer Mechanic for the Afternoon shift to maintain and repair trailers and related equipment. You will perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs in a fast-paced shop environment, adhering to DOT and OSHA regulations.

The role requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to work days, evenings, nights, and weekends. Paid benefits include health insurance on day one, a tool allowance, PTO, holidays, a 401(k) with company match, and education assistance.

Formación

• 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance or entry-level technician role.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to perform safety inspections.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to work varied shifts.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine maintenance and adjustments on trailing equipment per manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules.
• Inspect and access all areas of trailers to perform required work.
• Repair or rebuild equipment systems and ensure clean, safe work areas.
• Adhere to DOT, EPA, OSHA, and other regulations; log job times and parts.
• Operate specialized tooling and move trailers as needed; interact with operations.

Conocimientos

Heavy-duty maintenance

Driver's license

Safety inspections

Basic computer skills

Shift flexibility

Brake inspection

Vehicle inspection

Hand tools

Educación

High school diploma

ASE certifications

Military/trade experience

Welding skills

Descripción del empleo

Career Opportunities: Trailer Mechanic - Afternoon Shift (390172)

What you’ll need to succeed as a Trailer Mechanic at XPO

• 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance and/or time in an entry-level Technician role
• A valid driver’s license
• Able to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
• Basic computer skills
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.25
• Vehicle Inspection qualified in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.19
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer maintenance

Preferred qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience
• Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades
• Previous or current ASE certifications
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)

About the Trailer Mechanic job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Experienced Trailer Mechanics can earn up to$34.51/hourincluding shift differential.
• 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Monday - Friday
• Company-provided uniforms
• Tool allowance of $400 per quarter
• Full health insurance benefits on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance
• This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

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
• Abide by DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations
• Maintain proficiency in equipment and technologies that enhance our productivity
• Move trailers throughout the property, and 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 the work area is always clean, safe, and organized
• Interact with operations and shop management

Trailer Mechanics are required to:

• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more than 75 lbs.
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods 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 on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery

About XPO

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity 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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