Diesel Mechanic

About the position

As a Diesel Mechanic at XPO, you will be responsible for performing routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 6 through 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment. You will access any of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under part of the equipment. Your role will involve troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment and component issues, performing repairs accordingly, and conducting HVAC system repairs. You will also be required to abide by DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority, OSHA and other rules and regulations, conduct safety inspections on equipment, and prepare safety documentation as needed. Additionally, you will maintain proficiency with equipment and technologies that enhance productivity, move trailers throughout the property, and ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and organized.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 6 through 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment
• Access any of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under part of the equipment
• Repair or rebuild all or parts of various equipment systems
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and component issues and perform repairs accordingly
• Perform HVAC system repairs
• Abide by DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority, OSHA and other rules and regulations
• Conduct safety inspections on equipment and prepare safety documentation as needed
• Maintain proficiency with equipment and technologies that enhance productivity
• Move trailers throughout the property, operating 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

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair
• Technical school degree with certification in heavy-duty truck/trailer maintenance
• Obtain EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification within 90 days of hire (ASE, MACS or equivalent)
• A valid driver's license
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC) and mechanical skills
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer and tractor maintenance
• Basic computer skills
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.25
• Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.19
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Nice-to-haves

• High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience
• Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades
• Previous or current ASE certifications
• Diesel tech school diploma
• Experience with trailer repair, diesel engine system diagnostics and preventive maintenance for tractor technicians
• Able to diagnose and repair vehicle air conditioning systems

Benefits

• Expected pay range: $33.81 to $37.30 per hour
• Monday - Friday operation
• Afternoon Shift, 1:00pm - 9:30pm
• Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit
• Full health insurance benefits on day one
• Life and disability insurance
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year
• 9 paid company holidays
• 401(k) option with company match
• Education assistance