Lead Diesel Mechanic

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, benefits and more.

Pay starts at $36.03/hour including Master Certification (Not including shift differential)

Monday – Friday operation

$1/hour increase for 2nd Shift, 3pm - 11:30pm

$3/hour increase for 3rd shift, 11pm- 7:30am

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:

Schedule and supervise shop personnel

Order parts and manage vendors

Ensure technicians receive required training

Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 7 and 8 diesel equipment, forklifts and trailing equipment in compliance with the manufacturers and company’s schedules

Safely access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of vehicles and trailers

Apply knowledge of and work in accordance with the standards of the Department of Transportation (DOT), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); follow all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and lead your team to do the same

Repair or rebuild all or parts of various equipment systems

Move trailers throughout the property

Operate a hostler in all types of weather; safely walk and stand for extended periods of time

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

4 years of related work experience

A valid driver’s license

Strong 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

To obtain EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification within 90 days of hire (ASE, MACS or equivalent)

Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

It’d be great if you also have:

3 years of hands-on experience as a fleet technician

Tractor and trailer experience

Forklift repair knowledge

ASE Master MD/HD truck certification (if not already in place, will be required to test each session until Master Certification status is obtained)

Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades

Diesel tech school diploma

Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)

This job requires the ability to:

Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater 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

Be part of something big.

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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