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Maintenance Clerk

Central Transport · Hillside, IL · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about your experience keeping records or doing data entry in a shop, warehouse or office.

What they are checking: Whether they have handled detailed records before, which is the core of a maintenance clerk's job.

Tell me about a time you found a mistake in someone else's paperwork. How did you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can correct errors tactfully, which keeps working relationships with mechanics strong.

What would you do

The posting asks for a flexible schedule. What does your availability look like, including nights or weekends?

What they are checking: Whether they can cover the hours a 24-hour terminal shop may need.

A mechanic hands you a work order with missing parts numbers and hours. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they follow up to get complete information instead of guessing, since records drive costs and compliance.

You have three mechanics and a manager asking you for different things at the same time. How do you decide what to do first?

What they are checking: Whether they can prioritize under pressure and keep everyone informed instead of getting overwhelmed.

About the work

How would you keep track of repair orders for a shop working on tractors, trailers and forklifts all at once?

What they are checking: Whether they can organize many open work orders so nothing is lost and equipment gets back in service.

How do you make sure parts orders are correct before they go out to a vendor?

What they are checking: Whether they double-check part numbers and quantities, which prevents delays and wasted money.

Why do you think accurate maintenance records matter for a trucking company?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that DOT inspections and safety depend on records showing equipment was maintained.

What computer programs are you comfortable with, like Excel or a maintenance or inventory system?

What they are checking: Whether they can learn and use the shop's systems quickly, which the company leans on as a tech-focused carrier.

How do you keep track of parts inventory so the shop does not run out of something it needs?

What they are checking: Whether they think ahead about common parts and reorder points, which keeps trucks from sitting idle.

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The full job description

As published by Central Transport.

Central Transport is one of the nation's most trusted and technologically advanced Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers. With an ever-growing network of terminals nationwide, our team of dedicated professionals provide safe and efficient service to the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, apply to the ones you feel suit you best and keep track of both your progress in the selection process, and new postings that might interest you! Thanks for your interest in working on our team! Central Transport LLC is one of the nation’s most reliable and technologically advanced LTL (Less-than-Truckload) carriers to date. We are privately owned and have been servicing manufacturing & retail companies of all sizes for almost 90 years now. With over 200 locations around the country, we pride ourselves on the continuous expansions that we have made and are still making strides to improve our operation systems to better service our wide network of clientele. We like to credit our growing success with our ability to develop and provide opportunity for our team of employees so they can make advancements within our company. Candidate must be able to work a flexible schedule of: (7:00AM to 3:30PM) Monday through Friday A successful candidate has: • 1-2 years in a shop or maintenance environment preferred • Exceptional organizational & communication skills • High attention to detail • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. to physically move stock in the facility • Experience with Microsoft office applications and the ability to type proficiently Responsibilities include: • Administrative duties to support the location’s Shop Manager • Sort, review, organize and file various documentation (i.e preventative maintenance forms, invoices, printed emails, employee files) • Utilize company software to order, review, send, receive and track parts in inventory as well as the ability to review mechanic’s repair orders for accurate part disposition daily. • Create, keep, and remind shop management of appointments and other priorities/tasks • Answer phone calls to handle the issues, find the appropriate person to handle the issue or take a message and follow up. • Communicate daily with shop leads to monitor timelines on projects/repairs. If you are energetic, self-motivated and looking to launch your career to new heights while becoming part of an expanding organization - don't waste a second - respond today! If you’re interested and would like to learn more, please call 586-467-0140 ext. 2720 and submit your resume!

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