Trailer Technician

Why U.S. Xpress?

Right Role. Right Tools. Right People. We invest in our talent starting on day one. You will be provided with personal and professional development opportunities that complement your interests and encourage you to build a career you’re passionate about. Whether it is employee stock options, profit-sharing, 401K, professional development, or our competitive pay, we help prepare you for the future. Be part of an organization that values out-of-the-box thinking and rewards employees for going above and beyond. Curious about the other benefits of working with us? Check out other perks below!

· Between $1,500 - $2,500 sign on bonus paid out after 30 and 90 days depending on location and position

· Relocation with 1 year commitment

· $125 per year boot allowance for technicians

· ASE and OEM Incentives

· Paid Parental Leave

· Veteran Apprenticeship Toolbox for those qualified and 2-year commitment

· Medical, Dental, Vision

· 401K

· Advancement opportunities

What You’ll Do:

Tests, services, and repairs trailers and related mechanical components.

· Perform most diagnostics and repairs to brakes, air system, suspension, light trailer body repairs including doors, tires, lighting system etc. May need some assistance from Trailer Tech III.

· Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.

· Pull trailers in and out of shop using a yard jockey before and after repairs.

· Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.

· Maintain a high productivity level and complete jobs within or close to SRT times.

· Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.

· Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers

· Check vehicle fluids; transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.

· Perform vehicle preventative maintenance (pm’s) as outlined in USX pm guidelines.

· Change vehicle tires.

· Grease mechanical parts.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Springfield, OH 45506: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Experience:

• Trailer repair: 1 year (Preferred)
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location