Diesel Mechanic - Afternoon Shift

XPO • Dickinson Township, PA

28d

About The Position

XPO is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair class 6 through 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment. The role includes inspecting, troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding equipment systems and components; performing HVAC repairs; conducting safety inspections; and completing repair-order records. Mechanics also move trailers around the property using a hostler, operate specialized tools and vehicles, maintain a clean and safe work area, and interact with operations and shop management. The position operates Monday through Friday on the afternoon shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. It is classified as Motor Carrier Act Exempt.

The work involves accessing equipment to perform maintenance, including working in, on, or underneath it. It also requires outdoor work in varying weather and walking or standing on surfaces that may be uneven or slippery, including a loading dock that is not climate-controlled. Employees must frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift more than 75 pounds, and be able to reach, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair, or a 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).
• 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 qualification as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.25.
• Vehicle Inspection qualification as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.19.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift more than 75 pounds.
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery, including outdoors in inclement weather and on a non-climate-controlled loading dock.
• Reach, including overhead, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel.

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.
• Ability to diagnose and repair vehicle air conditioning systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 6 through 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment.
• Access equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and working in, on, or under parts 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.
• Keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.
• Interact with operations and shop management.

Benefits

• Experienced technicians can earn up to $42.48 per hour, including Master Certification and shift differential.
• Company-provided uniforms.
• Tool allowance of $400 per quarter.
• Full health insurance benefits on day one.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over the first year, with accruals starting on day one.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Education assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed