Trailer Mechanic

XPO • Chicopee, MA

9d • $30 - $38

About The Position

XPO is hiring a Trailer Mechanic to maintain, inspect, repair, and rebuild trailing equipment according to manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules. The role includes performing work in, on, and under trailers; following applicable safety and regulatory requirements; maintaining proficiency with equipment and technologies; moving trailers around the property and operating a hostler in all types of weather; documenting job times and parts on repair orders; and keeping the work area clean, safe, and organized. The mechanic interacts with operations and shop management and may operate specialized tooling and vehicles.

This position operates Monday through Friday. The expected pay range is $30.25 to $38.20 per hour, with annual step progression; actual compensation may vary based on experience and skill set. Shift differentials are $1 per hour for second shift and $3 per hour for third shift. XPO provides uniforms and a tool allowance of $400 per quarter. This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance and/or time in an entry-level Technician role.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform equipment safety inspections and prepare safety documentation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Brake inspection qualification as defined in FMCSA regulations, Section 369.25.
• Vehicle inspection qualification as defined in FMCSA regulations, Section 369.19.
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer maintenance.
• Ability to frequently lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more than 75 lbs.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on varied, uneven, or slippery surfaces, including outdoors in inclement weather and on a non-climate-controlled loading dock.
• Ability to reach, including overhead; bend; climb; push; pull; twist; squat; and kneel.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment in accordance with manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules.
• Access equipment areas to perform maintenance, including inspecting and working in, on, or under trailer parts.
• Repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems.
• Comply with DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority, OSHA, and other applicable 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.
• 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 starting on day one.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 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 increase for second shift and $3 per hour increase for third shift.

What This Job Offers

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