Trailer Mechanic
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on657, Washington Street, Central Ninth, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84101, United States
About XPO
XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, featuring a highly integrated network of people, technology, and physical assets. We seek employees who embrace challenges and communicate effectively in all situations. Our goal is to leverage your skills and experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for both you and the company. If you are looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.
About the Role
As a Trailer Mechanic, you will be the backbone of our fleet's reliability. In this role, you will perform routine maintenance, adjustments, and repairs on trailing equipment, ensuring full compliance with manufacturer guidelines, DOT regulations, and company schedules. Your day-to-day involves accessing all areas of the equipment to inspect and work on trailers, including spaces underneath and within the units. You will operate specialized tooling and vehicles, move trailers throughout the property, and drive a hostler in all weather conditions.
Beyond technical repairs, you will maintain proficiency in the technologies that enhance our productivity, enter job times and parts data on repair orders to track activity, and ensure your work area remains clean, safe, and organized. You will interact regularly with operations and shop management to keep our logistics moving smoothly.
Hiring Process
All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test. For more details on how we handle your data, please review XPO's candidate privacy statement.
Equal Opportunity
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.
Work location
Work model: On-site
657, Washington Street, Central Ninth, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84101, United States
Salt Lake City, Utah
Key Responsibilities
- check_circlePerform routine maintenance and adjustments on trailing equipment
- check_circleRepair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems
- check_circleEnter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity
- check_circleMaintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- check_circleMove trailers throughout the property in all weather conditions
- check_circleConduct safety inspections and prepare safety documentation
- check_circleOperate specialized tooling, vehicles, and hostlers
Requirements
- verified1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance or entry-level Technician role
- verifiedValid driver's license
- verifiedBrake inspection qualified per FMCSA Section 369.25
- verifiedVehicle Inspection qualified per FMCSA Section 369.19
- verifiedBasic computer skills
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience (preferred)
- verifiedDiesel tech school diploma (preferred)
- verifiedASE certifications (preferred)
- verifiedBasic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG, ARC) (preferred)
Nice to Have
High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience. Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled trades. Diesel tech school diploma. Previous or current ASE certifications. Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC).
Benefits & Perks
check_circleCompany-provided uniformscheck_circleTool allowance of $400 per quartercheck_circleFull health insurance benefits on day onecheck_circleLife and disability insurancecheck_circleEarn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day onecheck_circle9 paid company holidayscheck_circle401(k) option with company matchcheck_circleEducation assistance
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Heavy-Duty Maintenance, Safety Inspections, Brake Inspection, Vehicle Inspection, Basic Computer Skills, Basic Welding, Oxy/acetylene, Mig, Arc, Ase Certifications.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Trailer Mechanic at XPO
What does a Trailer Mechanic at XPO do?expand_more
In this Trailer Mechanic at XPO role, you will perform routine maintenance and adjustments on trailing equipment; repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems; enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity; and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
What are the requirements for this Trailer Mechanic role?expand_more
XPO is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance or entry-level Technician role; Valid driver's license; Brake inspection qualified per FMCSA Section 369.25; Vehicle Inspection qualified per FMCSA Section 369.19; Basic computer skills; and High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience (preferred).
Where is the Trailer Mechanic role at XPO located?expand_more
Trailer Mechanic at XPO is based in 657, Washington Street, Central Ninth, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah, 84101, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Trailer Mechanic job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
XPO has listed this Trailer Mechanic role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Trailer Mechanic role?expand_more
Trailer Mechanic at XPO typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
What skills do you need for the Trailer Mechanic role at XPO?expand_more
Key skills for Trailer Mechanic at XPO include Heavy-Duty Maintenance; Safety Inspections; Brake Inspection; Vehicle Inspection; Basic Computer Skills; Basic Welding; Oxy/acetylene; and Mig.
What education is required for Trailer Mechanic at XPO?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience preferred.
What category does the Trailer Mechanic role belong to?expand_more
Trailer Mechanic at XPO is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.