What you'll need to succeed as a Mechanic Apprentice at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
- 1 year of experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair -OR- a technical school degree with certification in heavy-duty truck/trailer maintenance
- A valid driver's license
- Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends
- 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
- Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer and tractor maintenance
Preferred qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience
- Previous or current ASE certifications
- Diesel tech school diploma
- Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades
- Basic computer skills
- Basic welding skills such as Oxy/Acetylene, ARC and MIG
About the Mechanic Apprentice job
Pay, benefits and more:
- Pay starts at $26.16/hour
- $1/hour increase for Afternoon Shift, 3:00pm - 11:30pm
- $3/hour increase for Night Shift, 11:00pm - 7:30am
- Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit
- Competitive compensation package
- Full health insurance benefits available on day one
- Life and disability insurance
- Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year
- 10 paid company holidays
- 401(k) option with company match
- Education assistance
- Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan
- This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position
What you'll do on a typical day:
- Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of heavy-duty diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment in compliance with the manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules
- Apply knowledge and work by DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations, as required
- 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
- Repair or rebuild equipment systems
- Conduct safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
- 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
Mechanic Apprentices are required to:
- Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. And occasionally greater 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
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/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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