Maintenance and Repair Specialist

Direct ChassisLink Inc. (DCLI) • Kansas City, KS

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Monitor and control all aspects of equipment repair within the Kansas City area.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in maintenance and repair.
• Ability to learn chassis/trailer repair.
• Ability to effectively communicate company policy and procedures.
• Ability to identify problems and seek solutions.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently to meet daily requirements.
• Interface credibly with vendors and terminal personnel.
• Ability to work with internal and external customers.
• Ability to travel 60% - 80% of weekly travel
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening

Nice To Haves

• Prior knowledge of chassis or trailer repair is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control M&R costs for chassis
• Monitor and control OOS equipment levels to include Repair Estimate Approval and Repair Limit Compliance.
• Regular communications with logistics department with regards to equipment requirements.
• Update chassis OOS status and notes as needed in M&R System.
• Conduct daily visits to local Terminals and CY’s in the area to ensure that all M&R issues are addressed and that Company Policies are enforced. Provide detailed written reports of any problems to the Chicago M & R Manager.
• Ensure DCLI inspection/repair standards are communicated to vendors and adhered to on all equipment repairs.
• Assist locations in continuously investigating ways and means to reduce overall M&R costs while ensuring service levels are not compromised.
• Work with vendors to increase productivity.
• Monitor and control spare parts inventory levels of DCLI owned parts.
• Respond to all correspondence ASAP, no later than one working day.
• Review work order input in M&R system on a daily basis and transmit work orders daily.
• Assist in selecting new repair vendors when required within the region.
• Discuss and resolve work order input discrepancy with M&R vendors.
• Perform DCLI monthly safety review.
• Conduct shop site audits for all responsible locations
• Monitor and release any DVER/DVIR inspections that location is notified of.
• Participate in Top Ten Trucker Load Program. Visit one truck line per week
• Review M&R system reports as needed; S09, S11, duplicate code and duplicate work order reports.
• Generate information for third party billing/damage recovery at all locations.
• Assist with road service where necessary.
• Track and order license plates for chassis.
• Verify, code and approve invoices up to $1,000.00
• Work with the logistics team to ensure proper inventory levels are kept in locations.
• Monitor and control inventory levels of DCLI owned tires.
• Coordinate off hire and scrap chassis programs.
• Ensure accruals are done accurately and in a timely manner each month.

Benefits

• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance options for you and your family
• Ample PTO and paid holidays
• 401k with company match
• Flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance
• Wellness resources
• Company-sponsored parties, outings, and other perks
• Tuition reimbursement
• Internal training and educational resources
• Quarterly and annual awards for outstanding performance
• Pathways to promotions and access to advice, feedback, and mentorship
• Participation in professional organizations
• Internships

What This Job Offers

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