Axle Maintenance Team Member (Detroit, MI)

Inside the Role

Axle Maintenance Team Members are responsible for installing, troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing production machinery

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

This position offers:

• $36.73/hr
• Shift Premiums: Afternoon and Midnight shifts receive a 7.5% premium.
• Paid Holidays: Average of 16 per year.

Benefits Include:

• Profit Sharing: Eligibility for annual company profit sharing.
• C.O.L.A.(Cost Of Living Adjustment): Currently $1.13/hr increase and recalclated quarterly.
• 401(k) Company Match: Company match of 75% on a maximum of 8% contribution. New hires will be automatically enrolled at 6%.
• 401(k) Defined Contribution: Company contribution currently $2.15/hr.
• Vacation: 40–200 hours based on years of service (1 year to 20+ years).
• Paid Absence Allowance (PAA): 56 hours per year; unused days earn $130/day bonus
• Bereavement: Paid benefits provided.
• Tuition Assistance: Programs available for eligible employees.
• Medical & Dental: Low‑cost HMO plan
• Life Insurance: Company‑provided life insurance benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 2 weeks at 65% pay

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What you Drive at DTNA

• General Maintenance
• Machine Repair
• Service, troubleshooting and repair Electrical/Mechanical Systems
• Maintenance Process Heating/Cooling Systems
• Pipefitting
• Welding
• Common lifting, transport and rigging trade specific material

Knowledge You Should Bring

• GED or High School Diploma is required
• Certified Journeyperson card holder or ability to document 8 years of experience
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to work with Engineers and Service Technicians on a regular basis
• Experience with electrical and/or mechanical maintenance and repair
• Experience performing planned maintenance of industrial equipment
• Experience with machining processes, including tool change and setup
• Experience with PLC and/or CNC controlled equipment
• Knowledge of gauge methods
• Experience making manual corrections to a CNC controlled machining process
• Basic knowledge of computer
• Knowledge of lock-out procedures

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-

Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Onsite

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.