Maintenance & Repair Specialist
Summary: Our Transportation and Logistics client, with an annual revenue of nearly $80 million, has generated consistent growth through expansion, acquisition, and innovation. It currently has over 500 locations and is the largest intermodal equipment provider in the industry. Since 2014, CRG has placed over 200 employees within this organization, which is consistently rated high among its employees for having an excellent benefits package, collaborative work culture, and passion for giving back to the community.

Location: Joliet, Illinois
Compensation: $24-28/hour + bonus
Schedule: Monday to Friday (8-5)
Opportunity: Direct Hire

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repair Oversight: Monitor and control maintenance and repair (M&R) costs for chassis, ensuring compliance with repair limits and approvals.
• Equipment Management: Track out-of-service (OOS) equipment, update statuses in the M&R system, and manage inventory levels of spare parts and tires.
• Vendor Relations: Enforce repair standards, audit repair vendors, address discrepancies, and assist in selecting new vendors when needed.
• Terminal Visits: Conduct daily site visits to terminals and container yards (CYs) to resolve M&R issues, enforce policies, and provide detailed reports to the Chicago M&R Manager.
• Cost Optimization: Investigate cost-reduction opportunities while maintaining service levels and work with vendors to improve productivity.
• Compliance and Safety: Perform monthly safety reviews, site audits, and monitor inspection reports (e.g., DVER/DVIR).
• Documentation and Reporting: Review and transmit work orders daily, manage third-party billing and damage recovery, and handle license plate orders.
• Coordination and Communication: Collaborate with the logistics team to maintain proper inventory levels and meet equipment requirements.
• Programs and Accruals: Support the Top Ten Trucker Load Program, manage chassis off-hire and scrap programs, and ensure timely monthly accruals.
• Miscellaneous: Respond to correspondence within one business day, approve invoices up to $1,000, and assist with road service as necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance and repair, with strong knowledge of chassis or trailer systems.
• Proficient in communicating policies, resolving issues, and working with internal/external stakeholders.
• Capable of independent, efficient work to meet daily operational needs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify cost-effective solutions.
• Must travel 60–80% of the time (local driving) and pick up/drop off the company truck daily at the office.