XPO, Inc.

Lead Diesel Mechanic

Requisition Id: 376151

Business Unit: LTL

Location:

Houston, TX, US, 77020

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$38.46/hour including Master Certification

• Day Shift , 7:00am - 4:30pm

• Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit

• 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

• 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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