Lead Diesel Mechanic

• Afternoon Shift
• Full Time
  XPO
• Carlstadt, NJ Posted on 09/03/26 (

Ref:

NJSrmbMkwY-389243-en_US)

What you'll need to succeed as a Lead Technician at XPO

Minimum qualifications:

4 years of related work experience or military experience

A valid driver's license

Strongputer 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)

Prior mechanical experience in the automotive industry or skilled trades

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
• Diesel tech school diploma
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG and ARC)
• About the Lead Technician job

Pay, benefits and more:

Expected pay range: $43.90 to $45.42 per hour. Pay is on an annual step progression. Actualpensation may vary due to factors such as experience and skill set.

$1/hour shift premium 6:00pm

• 2:30am, Monday
• Friday
  Company-provided uniforms
  Tool allowance of $400 per quarter
  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, with accruals starting on day one
  9 paidpany holidays
  401(k) option withpany match
  Education assistance
  What you'll do on a typical day:
  Scle 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 inpliance with the manufacturer's andpany's scles
  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 prores, 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 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.

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