at XPO, Inc. in Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Lead Diesel Mechanic
Requisition Id: 373085
Business Unit: LTL
Location:
Chicago Heights, IL, US, 60411
What you’ll need to succeed as a Lead Technician at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
+ 4 years of related work experienceor 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)
+ 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 (if not already in place, employees will be required to test each session until Master Certification status is obtained)
+ Prior mechanical experience in the automotive industry or skilled trades
+ 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$42.86/hour including Master Certificationand shift differential
+ Night Shift , 11:00pm – 7:30am
+ Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit
+ Full health insurance benefits on day one
+ Life and disability insurance
+ Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year
+ 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 (DOT), 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
About XPO
XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.
The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.
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