Diesel Mechanic

XPO • Phoenix, AZ

20d

About The Position

The Diesel Mechanic performs maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on Class 6 through 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment. Duties include HVAC system repairs, safety inspections and documentation, equipment operation and movement around the property, and recording job times and parts on repair orders. The role requires compliance with applicable transportation, environmental, workplace safety, and other regulations, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and interacting with operations and shop management. Work may involve varied shifts, outdoor work in inclement weather, and a loading dock that is not climate-controlled. This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position.

Experienced technicians can earn up to $40.11 per hour, including Master Certification and excluding shift differential. Shift premiums are $1 per hour for second shift and $3 per hour for third shift. Benefits include company-provided uniforms, a quarterly tool allowance, health insurance from day one, life and disability insurance, paid time off, paid company holidays, a 401(k) option with company match, and education assistance.

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 qualified as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.25.
• Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.19.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs. and occasionally lift more than 75 lbs.
• Safely walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery, including outdoors in inclement weather.
• Reach (including above the head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel.
• Walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on Class 6 through 8 diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment.
• Access equipment to perform maintenance, including inspecting and working in, on, or under equipment.
• Repair or rebuild all or parts of various equipment systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and component issues and perform repairs.
• 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

• 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.
• $1 per hour shift premium for second shift, 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Monday–Friday.
• $3 per hour shift premium for third shift, 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m. Monday–Friday.

What This Job Offers

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