2nd Shift Trailer Mechanic

Overview

Are you a reliable, proactive individual who values safety, teamwork, and excellence? Old Dominion is seeking dedicated Maintenance Technicians to join the OD Family and help keep our fleet running smoothly while upholding safety and service standards.

Repair company equipment in a safe, timely, cost effective and practical manner, including performing preventative maintenance, general repairs, troubleshooting, and electronic diagnostics.

• Build, rebuild and repair all parts of company equipment as required in the department
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, or other breakdowns or failures on motor trucks or related equipment
• Read precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, voltmeters, digital multimeters, calibrators, and other electronic diagnostic tools
• Troubleshoot and perform failure analysis of component parts and systems on trucks, tractors, trailers, or converter dollies (note: may not apply to body and frame specialists)
• When applicable, use welding skills and metal knowledge to complete truck repairs
• Concerning converter dollies, weld horizontally and vertically without air pockets in the bead
• Apply knowledge of DOT, EPA, ICC, and OSHA rules and regulations
• Note:
  
  this is not an all-inclusive list of duties; employees are expected to perform all duties and tasks as assigned

Education

• High School degree or equivalent

Experience

• Experience as a maintenance technician or equivalent education
• Experience with truck repair, body and frame repair
• Must provide own tools
• Ability to complete required paperwork and records
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (when required)
• Working knowledge of most systems on a truck, semi-trailer, or converter dolly
• Proficient at reading precision instruments and electronic diagnostic tools
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform failure analysis on various components and systems
• Knowledge of DOT, EPA, ICC, and OSHA rules and regulations
• Willingness to participate in company training and attend classes when offered
• Willingness to take tests to provide management with information
• Maintain superior customer relations per company policies
• Willing to work on any piece of rolling stock and equipment as directed

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to perform essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Sitting up to 10% of time
• Standing up to 8–10 hours per shift, 5–7 days per week on various surfaces
• Walking up to 8 hours a day on non-forgiving surfaces
• Bending, stooping, kneeling to reach tight spaces
• Climbing into and out of truck cabins or forklifts
• Moving materials and lifting objects up to 100 lbs
• Reaching into tight spaces
• Hearing and speaking clearly to respond to instructions and safety signals
• Use of hands to operate tools and equipment; dexterity for precise work
• Ability to work varied shifts to complete maintenance
• Reading, writing, and speaking English
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures and noisy environments
• Attendance required

Work environments may include maintenance activities around others, inspections in enclosed vehicles, exposure to all weather conditions, and variable noise and lighting levels. This list is not exhaustive and duties may expand as needed by management.

Shift and hours to be determined. Work days and shift are estimates and may change based on scheduling and business needs.

Compensation range: $33.65 - $37.60 per hour. The salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at posting and may vary by location, experience, education, and skill level.

• Great health benefits including a zero-premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision and dental
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with company match
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• 12 days paid time off
• 9 paid holidays including a birthday holiday
• Tuition reimbursement for drivers and technicians
• Training and growth opportunities and internal advancement opportunities
• National career opportunities at 260+ service centers
• Bonus eligible

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, military status, Vietnam Era veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you have questions regarding this posting or require assistance with the application process, please contact us for information.