Trailer Mechanic- Afternoon Shift

XPO Logistics • Fontana, CA

300d • $28 - $35

About The Position

As a Trailer Mechanic at XPO, you will perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment, ensuring compliance with manufacturers, DOT, and company schedules. You will access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on, or under parts of trailers. Your responsibilities will include repairing or rebuilding all or part of equipment systems, abiding by DOT, EPA, OSHA, and other regulations, and maintaining proficiency in equipment and technologies that enhance productivity. You will also be required to move trailers throughout the property, operate a hostler in all types of weather, enter job times and parts on repair orders, operate specialized tooling and vehicles, and ensure the work area is clean, safe, and organized. Interaction with operations and shop management is also part of the role.

Requirements

• 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance and/or time in an entry-level Technician role.
• A valid driver's license.
• Able to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.25.
• Vehicle Inspection qualified in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.19.
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer maintenance.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience.
• Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades.
• Diesel tech school diploma.
• Previous or current ASE certifications.
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG, and ARC).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment.
• Access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance.
• Repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems.
• Abide by DOT, EPA, OSHA, and other regulations.
• Maintain proficiency in equipment and technologies.
• Move trailers throughout the property and operate a hostler.
• Enter job times and parts on repair orders.
• Operate specialized tooling and vehicles.
• Ensure the work area is clean, safe, and organized.
• Interact with operations and shop management.

Benefits

• Expected pay range: $28.23 to $35.67 per hour.
• 2nd Shift: 2pm-10:30pm.
• Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit.
• Full health insurance benefits on day one.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Earn up to 13 days PTO over your first year.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Education assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Truck Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED