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Maintenance Management Trainee

Dayton Freight
Collinsville, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Jan 2026
💰 $60,000/yr

About the role

Overview

 

The Maintenance/Shop Management Trainee Program is geared toward recently graduated or soon-to-be graduating seniors. This 24-week, hands-on job experience offers the opportunity for each Trainee to become part of a team, expand upon their experience, actively participate in all areas of Dayton Freight's operations, as well as gain knowledge of our Company, culture, and the Transportation Industry. Additionally, the program educates each individual on future-based leadership skills so that upon completion of the 24-weeks, they are confident and competent to take on a leadership position within one of our Shops.

Responsibilities

  • Learn the LTL Industry
  • Gain experience in the Operation
  • Develop Leadership skills
  • Develop Shop and Maintenance knowledge

Qualifications

  • Must possess a valid Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
  • Must be willing to relocate to any Service Center
  • Must be willing to work a rotation of 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift (during training)

Benefits

  • Stable and growing organization
  • Fast-paced work environment
  • Internal advancement opportunities
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Modern facilities and technology
  • Unique training opportunity
  • Travel
  • Comprehensive benefits package: Health, 401(k), Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
  • Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days

Starting Pay: $60,000 per year.  This amount reflects total compensation (base + bonus). 

Pay does vary depending on relevant industry experience.

 

     

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Company

Dayton Freight

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