Lead Diesel Mechanic
Job in
Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84193, USA
Listed on 2026-02-28
Listing for:
XPO
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Automotive Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead Technician at XPO
What you’ll need to succeed as a Lead Technician at XPO
- 4 years of related work experience or military experience
- A valid driver’s license
- 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
- Able to obtain EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification within 90 days of hire (ASE, MACS or equivalent)
- Prior mechanical experience in the automotive industry or skilled trades
- Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends
- 3 years of hands-on experience as a fleet technician
- Tractor and trailer experience
- Forklift repair knowledge
- ASE Master MD/HD truck certification
- Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)
About the Lead Technician job
Pay, benefits and more
- Experienced Technicians can earn $38.99/ hour including Master Certification and shift differential.
- Company-provided uniforms
- Tool allowance of $400 per quarter
- This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position
- Full health insurance benefits on day one
- Life and disability insurance
- Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one
- 9 paid company holidays
- 401(k) option with company match
- Education assistance
What you’ll do on a typical day
- Schedule and supervise shop personnel
- Order parts and manage vendors
- Ensure technicians receive the required training
- Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all types of class 7 and 8 diesel equipment, forklifts and trailing equipment in compliance with the manufacturer’s and company’s schedules
- Safely 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
- Apply knowledge of and work by the Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); follow all rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and lead your team to do the same
- Repair or rebuild all or parts of various equipment systems
- Move trailers throughout the property
- Operate a hostler in all types of weather; safely walk and stand for extended periods
Lead Technicians are required to
- Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. And occasionally greater 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, pull, twist, squat and kneel
Minimum qualifications
- 4 years of related work experience or military experience
- A valid driver’s license
- Strong computer skills
- 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
- Able to obtain EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification within 90 days of hire (ASE, MACS or equivalent)
- Prior mechanical experience in the automotive industry or skilled trades
- Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends
Preferred qualifications
- 3 years of hands-on experience as a fleet technician
- Tractor and trailer experience
- Forklift repair knowledge
- ASE Master MD/HD truck certification
- Diesel tech school diploma
- Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)
About the Lead Technician job
Pay, benefits and more
- Experienced Technicians can earn $38.99/ hour including Master Certification and shift differential.
- Company-provided uniforms
- Tool allowance of $400 per quarter
- This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position
- Full health insurance benefits on day one
- Life and disability insurance
- Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one
- 9 paid company holidays
- 401(k) option with company match
- Education assistance
What you’ll do on a typical day
- Schedule and supervise shop personnel
- Order parts and manage vendors
- Ensure technicians…
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