Trailer Apprentice

Trailer Apprentice

What you'll need to succeed as a Technician Specialist at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

A valid driver's license Basic mechanical skills Basic computer skills for documenting maintenance, service, and repair activities Able to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation Desire to become a trailer mechanic Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Preferred qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience Prior mechanical training or experience such as automotive or skilled trades Own a set of basic hand tools Have a desire to become a Technician Level 1 Disclaimer:
Employee will have to have a combination of one (1) year verifiable previous experience with heavy-duty maintenance and time in this role to be eligible for an in-line promotion About the Technician Specialist job Pay, benefits and more:
Pay starts at $24.37 / hour 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 PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one 9 paid company holidays 401(k) option with company match Education assistance This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position Required to obtain the training, skills, and certifications necessary to qualify for promotion to Trailer Technician within one (1) to two (2) years, including becoming FMCSA-qualified to perform vehicle and brake inspections What you'll do on a typical day:
Assist with trailer inspections and brake replacement to gain the experience necessary to meet requirements of FMCSA 396.19 and 396.25 Complete component replacements Perform maintenance, service, and repairs on trailer doors and Safe Stack Systems to units parked at the dock Work alongside technicians in the shop to complete minor trailer repairs Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activities Operate specialized tooling and vehicles Ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and well-maintained by reporting any damage or negligence to management immediately Interact with operations management and shop management Technician Specialists are required to:
Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more than 75 lbs. Safely walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery, including working outdoors in inclement weather Reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push