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About this Maintenance Technician Apprentice role at Old Dominion Freight Line

Old Dominion Freight Line · Onsite · Columbus, OH

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.



This position is to allow a Maintenance Tech Apprentice the opportunity to learn OD Maintenance Shop operations and OD company culture. The apprentice position is part-time to allow students to have flexible work hours while attending school. The apprentice will learn to repair company equipment in a safe, timely, cost-effective, and practical manner, including performing preventative maintenance, general repairs, troubleshooting, and electronic diagnostics. The apprentice will also be tasked with a project throughout the internship and will be required to present on the project at the conclusion of the apprenticeship. Upon completion, the apprentice may be considered for future employment.


Primary Responsibilities

  • Learn maintenance shop operations by shadowing team members and various positions, such as Maintenance Technicians, Parts Coordinators, Supervisors, and Managers.
  • Learn to repair company equipment effectively and safely.
  • Learn to diagnose any mechanical, electrical, or other breakdown or failure to a motor truck or related equipment
  • Gain knowledge of precision instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, bore gauges, voltmeters, digital multi-meters, calibrators, and other electronic diagnostic tools
  • When applicable, learn basic techniques of welding skills and knowledge of metals to complete truck repairs
  • Gain a basic understanding of DOT, EPA, ICC, and OSHA rules and regulations

Job Qualifications

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent, currently attending a Diesel Truck Maintenance Degree Program
  • GPA minimum of 2.5

Experience:

  • Willingness to learn Maintenance Shop Operations and complete assigned projects
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Great interpersonal skills with a positive attitude

Compensation Range:

The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, skill level, and state/local wage requirements.

($18.69-$19.89)

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/or gender 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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How this Maintenance Technician salary compares

This role pays $40,123/yr — below the typical range for Maintenance Technician roles.

$43,880 median $67,153 $74,027

Typical range $54,969–$70,460/yr, from 7 comparable Maintenance Technician listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Maintenance Technician salary insights →

About Old Dominion Freight Line

Welcome to Old Dominion. If you are looking for a new career with the best LTL (Less-than-Truckload) carrier in the industry you’ve come to the right place. Many companies tout their family atmosphere, but at OD it truly is a reality. We’ve grown from our humble beginnings of a single truck and one route in 1934 started by Earl and Lillian Congdon to a company of over 23,000 employees. At OD we strive daily to keep the family spirit alive and help the world keep promises.

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