Trailer Mechanic - Night Shift

XPO Logistics • Jackson, MS

124d • $34

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. Your role will involve accessing any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on, or under parts of trailers. You will be responsible for repairing or rebuilding all or part of equipment systems while abiding by DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority, OSHA, and other rules and regulations. Additionally, you will maintain proficiency in equipment and technologies that enhance productivity, move trailers throughout the property, and operate a hostler in all types of weather. You will also enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity, operate specialized tooling and vehicles, and ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and organized. Interaction with operations and shop management will also be part of your daily responsibilities.

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, Interstate Authority, OSHA, and other rules and regulations.
• Maintain proficiency in equipment and technologies that enhance productivity.
• Move trailers throughout the property and operate a hostler in all types of weather.
• Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity.
• Operate specialized tooling and vehicles.
• Ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and organized.
• Interact with operations and shop management.

Benefits

• Experienced Trailer Mechanics can earn up to $34.75/hour including 3rd shift differential.
• Night Shift, 9:30PM-5:30AM Monday - Friday.
• 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 your first year, with accruals starting on day one.
• 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