TRAINER, SHOP

TRAINER, SHOP
SHIPPENSBURG USX TERMINAL
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Position open to remote: No
Grade: ES13
Compensation Range: $62,500 - $78,200

Who We Are:
Relentlessly Delivering Big Ideas. U.S. Xpress is one of the nation’s largest asset-based trucking companies. But the most valuable asset we offer isn’t tractors, trailers, or even our exclusive, cutting-edge technology. It’s the collective brainpower of thousands of visionaries and problem-solvers. Together, we are revolutionizing the transportation industry by providing innovative, custom solutions. And, here, we believe in the sanctity of a promise—both to our customers, and our people. When we focus our varied talents on reshaping the future of transportation, that’s what we call the POWER OF U.S.

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!

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Basic/Supplemental Life
• Accidental Death/Dismemberment
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Savings Accounts
• Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with Employer Matching Contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short Term Incentive Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

What You’ll Do:

Executes training programs as set forth by the Regional and Corporate Training management team to guarantee safe, accurate, and timely preventative maintenance or repair of equipment in the shop.

• Responsible for all training of shop employees to maximize their efficiency, productivity, and development.

• .Assists and trains Technicians in troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing tractors, trailers, and related mechanical components

• Serve as the primary trainer of shop employees; developing and executing custom training plans for each employee.

• Works closely with Shop Manager and Supervisors to ensure success of the training program while not disrupting ongoing maintenance operations.

• Executes new employee on-boarding process in coordination with Shop Management.

• Assists in the development and upkeep of corporate maintenance skillset training program.

• Assists with non-technical training such as leadership, conflict resolution, and other “soft skills”

• Coordinates with shop management in troubleshooting, testing, repairing, and maintaining equipment in the shop.

• Manages the shop preventative maintenance audit program

• Facilitates maintenance of company standards.

• Monitors repair order process for accuracy and completeness

• Faciliates a safe and efficient work environment

• Perform truck and/or trailer maintenance as required

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in shop or with trucks required.
• Experience in conducting classroom and hands-on training preferred

Skills/Certifications

• Valid Drivers’ License Required
• ASE PMI certification (T8). Must be obtained within 1 year of being in the role and maintained.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (specifically Excel, Powerpoint, SharePoint, Word, and Outlok)
• Able to work with hands tools.
• Technical aptitude.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Thorough knowledge of corporate tire program.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose component problems.
• Understands all maintenance sections of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Qualified inspector of Equipment Annual Inspection as defined under FHWA 396.12.
• Qualified Brake Inspector as defined under FHWA 396.25.
• Proficient with diagnostic software

Supervisory Responsibility: None; provides input to Shop Supervisor and Shop Manager.

Physical Requirements: while performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; frequently stands, walks, uses hands to finger, handle or feel; and reaches with hands and arms.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time supporting full body weight
• Ability to walk 1000 feet minimum and change positions frequently
• Ability to frequently move shoulders with full range of motion in all six planes of movement
• Ability to reach heights over 72” frequently; ability to crouch to height of 18” frequently
• Ability to reach and stretch across the midline with full cervical range of motion and bilateral range of motion
• Ability to use hand tools constantly for extended periods of time
• Ability to stoop to 30” minimum and kneel to 18” minimum
• Ability to frequently climb 51’ with one 24” step and pull full body weight.
• Ability to frequently climb stairs 24” without a hand hold rail.
• Ability to pull self up ladder with 4x17”steps with upper body pull.
• Ability to constantly go in/out of truck on 51” and one 24” step pulling full body weight.
• Ability to frequently go up and down ramp.
• Ability to occasionally push 250 lbs, pull 125 lbs, frequently push/pull 100/50 lbs and constantly push/pull 50/25 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally carry, lift overhead, high, low and medium lift 51/75 lbs, frequently 50/21 lbs and constantly 20/1 lbs.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements – Normal office settings.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. Employees performing this job may be asked to perform other duties as required and the responsibilities of the position may change. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

U.S. Xpress is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

This role will remain open until it has been filled.

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