Diesel Apprentice

XPO•LaSalle, IL

3d•$30 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position. As a Mechanic Apprentice at XPO, you will perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of heavy-duty diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment in compliance with manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules. You will apply knowledge and work according to DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations, as required. This role involves accessing 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. You will also repair or rebuild equipment systems, conduct safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation, and move trailers throughout the property, operating a hostler in all types of weather. Additionally, you will enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity, operate specialized tooling and vehicles, and ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and organized. You will interact with operations and shop management.

Requirements

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
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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

Expected pay range: $30.17 to $32.84 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.
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
9 paid company holidays
401(k) option with company match
Education assistance
Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan