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Lead Diesel Mechanic - Night Shift
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A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.
$59,573 / year median in Pennsylvania
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Lead Diesel Mechanic
- Night Shift
- Full Time XPO
- Carlisle, PA Posted on 08/10/26 (
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PAkmKdCqyj-389118-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 obtainEPA 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: Experienced Technicians can earn $45.59/hour including Master Certification and shift differential. Night Shift, 10:30PM-7:00AM, 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.