Mechanic Apprentice - Night Shift

What you’ll need to succeed as a Mechanic Apprentice at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

• 1 year of experience in tractor and trailer inspection and repair -OR- a technical school degree with certification in heavy-duty truck/trailer maintenance
• A valid driver’s license
• Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, and weekends
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.25
• Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.19
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer and tractor maintenance

 

Preferred qualifications:

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

 

About the Mechanic Apprentice job

Pay, benefits and more:

• Pay starts at $28.16/hour
• Night Shift, 11:00pm - 7:30am
• Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit 
• Competitive compensation package 
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one 
• Life and disability insurance 
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year  
• 10 paid company holidays 
• 401(k) option with company match 
• Education assistance 
• Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan
• This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

 

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of heavy-duty diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing equipment in compliance with the manufacturer, DOT, and company schedules
• Apply knowledge and work by DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations, as required
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and performing work in, on or under parts of vehicles and trailers
• Repair or rebuild equipment systems
• Conduct safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
• Move trailers throughout the property, operating 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

 

Mechanic Apprentices are required to:

• Lift objects of various shap