Trailer Apprentice

Location: Romulus, MI, US

Trailer Apprentice

Requisition Id

389910

Business Unit

LTL

Location

Romulus, MI, US, 48174

#job-location.job-location-inline {

display: inline;

}

What you’ll need to succeed as a Technician Specialist at XPO

Minimum qualifications

A valid driver’s license

Basic mechanical skills

Basic computer skills for documenting maintenance, service, and repair activities

Able to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation

Desire to become a trailer mechanic

Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends

Preferred qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience

Prior mechanical training or experience such as automotive or skilled trades

Own a set of basic hand tools

Have a desire to become a Technician Level 1

Disclaimer:  Employee will have to have a combination of one (1) year verifiable previous experience with heavy-duty maintenance and time in this role to be eligible for an in-line promotion

About the Technician Specialist job

Pay, benefits and more

Pay starts at $23.43/hour

First Shift, 7:00AM-3:30PM

Company-provided uniforms

Tool allowance of $400 per quarter

Full health insurance benefits on day one

Life and disability insurance

Earn up to 13 days PTO over your first year, with accruals starting on day one

9 paid company holidays

401(k) option with company match

Education assistance

This is a Motor Carrier Act Exempt position

Required to obtain the training, skills, and certifications necessary to qualify for promotion to Trailer Technician within one (1) to two (2) years, including becoming FMCSA-qualified to perform vehicle and brake inspections

What you’ll do on a typical day

Assist with trailer inspections and brake replacement to gain the experience necessary to meet requirements of FMCSA 396.19 and 396.25

Complete component replacements

Perform maintenance, service, and repairs on trailer doors and SafeStack Systems to units parked at the dock

Work alongside technicians in the shop to complete minor trailer repairs

Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activities

Operate specialized tooling and vehicles

Ensure the work area is always clean, safe, and well-maintained by reporting any damage or negligence to management immediately

Interact with operations management and shop management

Technician Specialists are required to

Lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more 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 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.