Trainee Maintenance Engineer Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

At Old Dominion, we don't just move freight-we help businesses keep their promises. As one of the nation's leading LTL carriers, we've earned our reputation by putting people first, delivering premium service, and staying true to the values that have guided us for more than 90 years. Our PROMISES values shape how we work, our family culture shapes how we treat one another, and our commitment to being the Best in the Game drives everything we do. If you're looking for more than just a job, you'll find a career built on trust, teamwork, and opportunity at OD.

The Maintenance Trainee position is an onsite role with opportunities available in the following locations:

Dallas, TX | Greensboro, NC | Morristown, TN | Portland, OR | Salt Lake City, UT | Kansas City, MO | Parsons, KS | Des Moines, IA | Rialto, CA | Denver, CO

The Maintenance Trainee will receive hands on training in all wage and salaried jobs to learn to manage a shift or an operational area in a Maintenance Shop. Once hands-on training is competed in each area the trainee fills in as a supervisor on various shifts and departments. The trainee will learn to manage a shift while emphasizing safety, quality, efficiency, service and delivery. The trainee also completes assignments while being assessed through knowledge indicators, writing papers, viewing management videos, recommending process improvements on operating procedures. Participates in ODTDT/Class B Training program to receive a CDL/Class B license, participates in forklift training program and management/leadership training courses as scheduled.

Primary Responsibilities (Additional duties may be assigned by management and to adhere to all company policies and procedures)

• Complete shift manager's training as an understudy with an experienced manager
• Complete maintenance job training knowledge and production exercises on all jobs within the shop
• Fill in as a supervisor on various shifts and departments
• Complete department/area knowledge indicators and develop new indicators and process and procedure changes
• Work with parts manager and shop supervisor to ensure a timely repair of equipment
• Assist in the formation of shop budget
• Write and submit monthly activity reports
• Assign work to employees according to daily schedule
• Make quick and informed decisions based on the volume levels and communicates schedule to affected employees
• Inspect working conditions of tools and equipment needed for safe operation within the area and direct the correction of any improper or adverse condition that exists
• Answer employee questions regarding company policy
• Attend training sessions and meetings
• Must be open to relocation when trainee program is completed

Job Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering/Technology preferred
• Maintenance Degree Program or a two-year Technical degree with applicable experience accepted

Travel Required:

• 15%. The trainee travels to various Maintenance locations to learn the processes and supervise in a different environment.

Experience:

• Good working knowledge of computer/PC software (WORD, EXCEL)
• Good verbal and written communications skills
• Solid work history (if applicable)

Working Days:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Working Shift:

Shift and hours to be determined.

Work days/shifts may change based on scheduling and business needs and are provided as guidelines at the time of posting.

Join the OD Family Today!
As a Full Time member of our Family, you and your family are eligible to receive:

• Great Health Benefits including a Zero premium medical plan for employee only coverage
• Vision & Dental
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Accounts
• 401k Retirement plan with company match and additional company annual discretionary match opportunity
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for Drivers and Technicians
• Training and growth opportunities to build a career
• We prioritize our OD family of employees
• Ability to advance through our promote from within philosophy
• National Career Opportunities Available at our 260+ service centers

Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, and/orgender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information,military status, Vietnam Era and/or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law(s).

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