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Mechanic Apprentice
at XPO Logistics
Columbus, OH
Posted: 3-25-2025
Maintenance, Repair, and Installation
$56,971/year
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About this Career
Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines
Skills
Hand Tools, Management, Welding, Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding, Tooling, Brake (Sheet Metal Bending), Vehicle Inspection, Valid Driver's License, Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification, Operations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Occupational Safety And Health, Oxy-Fuel Welding And Cutting, Trailer Repair And Maintenance
Job Description
Mechanic Apprentice
What you'll need to succeed as a Mechanic Apprentice at XPO Minimum 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
Basicputer skills
Basic welding skills such as Oxy/Acetylene, ARC and MIG About the Mechanic Apprentice job Pay, benefits and more: Experienced Technicians can earn up to $27.39/hour including 2nd shift differential.
2nd Shift, 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Quarterly tool allowance to grow your tool kit
Competitivepensation package
Full health insurance benefits available on day one
Life and disability insurance
Earn up to 13 days of PTO over your first year
9 paidpany holidays
401(k) option withpany match
Education assistance
Opportunity to participate in apany incentive plan
This 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 inpliance with the manufacturer, DOT, andpany scles
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, andanized
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 XPO XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integratedwork of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and canmunicate 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 .
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