Mechanic Apprentice
Company: XPO
Location: Ellenwood
Posted on: October 23, 2024
Job Description:
What you'll need to succeed as a Mechanic Apprentice at XPOMinimum
qualifications:
- 1 year of experience in tractor and trailer inspection and
repair -OR- a technical school degree with certification in
heavy-duty truck/trailer maintenance
- A valid driver's license
- Available to work a variety of shifts, including days,
evenings, and weekends
- 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
- Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer and tractor
maintenance Preferred qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military
experience
- Previous or current ASE certifications
- Diesel tech school diploma
- Prior mechanical experience such as automotive or skilled
trades
- Basic computer skills
- Basic welding skills such as Oxy/Acetylene, ARC and MIG About
the Mechanic Apprentice jobPay, benefits and more:
- Pay starts at $26.39/hour
- Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit Competitive
compensation package Full health insurance benefits available on
day one Life and disability insurance Earn up to 13 days of PTO
over your first year 10 paid company holidays 401(k) option with
company match Education assistance Opportunity to participate in a
company incentive planThis is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position
What you'll do on a typical day:
- Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on all
types of heavy-duty diesel equipment, forklifts, and trailing
equipment in compliance with the manufacturer, DOT, and company
schedules
- Apply knowledge and work by DOT, Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA), Interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations, as
required
- 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
- Repair or rebuild equipment systems
- Conduct safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety
documentation
- Move trailers throughout the property, operating a hostler in
all types of weather
- Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track
activity
- Operate specialized tooling and vehicles
- Ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and organized
- Interact with operations and shop management Mechanic
Apprentices 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 XPOXPO 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. Review XPO's candidate privacy
statement here.
Keywords: XPO, Chattanooga , Mechanic Apprentice, Professions , Ellenwood, Tennessee
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