Trailer Mechanic: High Pay, Full Benefits & Growth

XPO; LaSalle (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Tool allowance

Health insurance on day one

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Job summary

XPO is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to maintain and repair trailers, perform safety inspections, and ensure compliance with DOT and company policies. This role offers competitive pay, shift premiums, and comprehensive benefits.

You will work on routine maintenance, document repairs, and collaborate with operations and shop management to keep trailers in top condition for safe, efficient transportation.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Verifiable experience in heavy-duty

Valid driver’s license

Basic computer skills

Safety inspections/documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

XPO is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to maintain and repair trailers, perform safety inspections, and ensure compliance with DOT and company policies. This role offers competitive pay, shift premiums, and comprehensive benefits.

You will work on routine maintenance, document repairs, and collaborate with operations and shop management to keep trailers in top condition for safe, efficient transportation.