DST Trailer Mechanic Trainee - Day Shift- Springdale Long Haul Garage - Springdale, AR

Tyson Foods • Springdale, AR

293d • $23

About The Position

The Trailer Preventive Maintenance Technician will work cross-functionally across multiple areas of the garage. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to performing routine preventive maintenance repairs on trailers, performing emergency mechanical or electrical failures. The technician must have the ability to diagnose and repair brake and wheel end failures on trailers, perform minor structural welding and cutting tasks, and safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned equipment. Effective communication with all transportation personnel, including managers, drivers, and clerks, is essential. The technician must be able to read and interpret instructions, manuals, and schematics, and possess basic math skills necessary to perform these tasks satisfactorily. Basic computer skills will be necessary to document information, process daily work orders, and complete required documentation. The trailer technician may be required to perform service calls on equipment at remote locations, and a current valid driver's license is required.

Requirements

• Must have 3 months of continuous work history in the last 6 months with a single employer.
• Proficiency in standard preventive maintenance (PM1's, PM2's for trucks or trailers).
• Brake Inspector Certification.
• Wheel end class/certification.
• Basic Electrical fault code identification.
• Ability to show proficiency with all tasks before advancement.

Nice To Haves

• 6 months experience at a Shop/Garage as a mechanic.
• Class 8 experience (semi-experience).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance repairs on trailers.
• Diagnose and repair brake and wheel end failures on trailers.
• Perform emergency mechanical or electrical repairs.
• Conduct minor structural welding and cutting tasks.
• Communicate effectively with transportation personnel.
• Read and interpret instructions, manuals, and schematics.
• Document information and process daily work orders.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plans.
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: No Education Listed