Trailer Mechanic: Up to $34.33/hr + Shift Premiums

XPO; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Tool allowance

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

PTO 13 days

Holidays (9)

401(k) with match

Education assistance

Shift differentials

Job summary

XPO is hiring a Trailer Mechanic in Romulus, MI. You will perform routine maintenance on trailers, inspect equipment, and perform repairs per DOT and company standards. You’ll move trailers, operate tools, and document work times and parts on repair orders.

The role requires 1 year of relevant experience, a valid license, and ability to work varied shifts. We offer comprehensive benefits, health insurance, and 401(k) matching. Apply now with XPO.

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

Heavy-duty maintenance

Valid driver’s license

Safety inspections

Basic computer skills

Shift flexibility

Brake inspection qualification

Vehicle inspection qualification

Basic hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior mechanical experience

ASE certifications

Basic welding skills

Job description

XPO is hiring a Trailer Mechanic in Romulus, MI. You will perform routine maintenance on trailers, inspect equipment, and perform repairs per DOT and company standards. You’ll move trailers, operate tools, and document work times and parts on repair orders.

The role requires 1 year of relevant experience, a valid license, and ability to work varied shifts. We offer comprehensive benefits, health insurance, and 401(k) matching. Apply now with XPO.