Trailer Mechanic

XPO • Knoxville, TN

2d

About The Position

The Trailer Mechanic performs maintenance, inspections, repairs, and rebuilding work on trailing equipment in accordance with manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules. The role requires safe operation of specialized tooling and vehicles, including moving trailers around the property and operating a hostler in varied weather. Mechanics enter job times and parts on repair orders, maintain proficiency with relevant equipment and technologies, keep their work area clean and organized, and interact with operations and shop management. Work may involve accessing and working in, on, or under trailer components and equipment systems.

The position requires frequent lifting of objects up to 50 pounds and occasional lifting of objects over 75 pounds. It also involves walking and standing for extended periods on varied, sometimes uneven or slippery surfaces, including an outdoor loading dock that is not climate-controlled. Reaching overhead, bending, climbing, pushing, pulling, twisting, squatting, and kneeling are also required. The role is designated as Motor Carrier Act Exempt.

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, and nights.
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.25.
• Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.19.
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer maintenance.
• Ability to frequently lift objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 75 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on varied surfaces, including uneven or slippery surfaces and outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to reach 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.
• 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 compliance with manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules.
• Access equipment areas as needed to inspect and perform maintenance in, on, or under trailer components.
• Repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems.
• Follow 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

• Experienced Trailer Mechanics can earn up to $34.33 per hour.
• $1 per hour shift premium for second shift, 1:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• $3 per hour shift premium for third shift, 9:00 p.m.–5:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
• Company-provided uniforms.
• $400 quarterly tool allowance.
• 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.
• Nine paid company holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Education assistance.

What This Job Offers

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