Trailer Apprentice
About The Position
This role is for a Trailer Apprentice at XPO, a top ten global provider of transportation services. The apprentice will assist with trailer inspections and brake replacement, complete component replacements, and perform maintenance, service, and repairs on trailer doors and SafeStack Systems. They will work alongside technicians to complete minor trailer repairs, enter job times and parts on repair orders, and operate specialized tooling and vehicles. The apprentice will also be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe work area and interacting with management. This position requires the individual to gain the necessary training, skills, and certifications to qualify for promotion to Trailer Technician within one to two years, including becoming FMCSA-qualified for vehicle and brake inspections. This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position.
Requirements
- A valid driver’s license
- Basic mechanical skills
- Basic computer skills for documenting maintenance, service, and repair activities
- Able to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
- Desire to become a trailer mechanic
- Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends
- Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more 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
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience
- Prior mechanical training or experience such as automotive or skilled trades
- Own a set of basic hand tools
- Have a desire to become a Technician Level 1
Responsibilities
- Assist with trailer inspections and brake replacement to gain the experience necessary to meet requirements of FMCSA 396.19 and 396.25
- Complete component replacements
- Perform maintenance, service, and repairs on trailer doors and SafeStack Systems to units parked at the dock
- Work alongside technicians in the shop to complete minor trailer repairs
- Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activities
- Operate specialized tooling and vehicles
- Ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and well-maintained by reporting any damage or negligence to management immediately
- Interact with operations management 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 PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one
- 9 paid company holidays
- 401(k) option with company match
- Education assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
