Mechanic 3

Quality Carriers•Gary, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Quality Repair Solutions (QRS®), a tractor and trailer repair and maintenance business specializing in pressurized tankers, is seeking a reliable Trailer Mechanic to join its team in Gary, Indiana. The role performs preventative maintenance, special inspections, and general repairs on tractor and trailer units in accordance with DOT, federal and state regulations, and company standards. The mechanic determines equipment condition, diagnoses malfunctions, and repairs or replaces worn or damaged components and assemblies. Repairs may involve brakes, hubs, bearings, seals, electrical systems, air conditioning, fuel, steering, hydraulics, control linkages, clutches, and traction units. Welding is used as needed. The mechanic also consults technical publications or automated systems for maintenance schedules and parts research, and records maintenance and labor in maintenance management software. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday; hours depend on location. The shop’s climate is similar to outdoor weather, with frequent exposure to loud machinery, air tools, hammering, and engine noise. The role requires physical work, including lifting or moving loads up to 75 pounds, fitting through a 20-inch cargo trailer dome opening, and meeting fall-protection harness safety standards.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience repairing and servicing trailers and medium-duty trucks.
Three years as a cargo tanker mechanic.
Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle and equipment theory, principles, and repair relating to diesel engines and air, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
Demonstrated knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, and company policies and procedures.
Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software.
High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent vocational school education.
DOT HM-183 certification, training, or experience.
Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to fit into a 20-inch cargo trailer dome opening.
Ability to meet safety standards for a fall-protection harness, with a maximum weight of 310 pounds including PPE.
Ability to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls; stand and walk for long periods; bend or twist; and distinguish colors, shades, and brightness.

Nice To Haves

ASE certification is recommended but not required.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair tractors and trailers.
Perform preventative maintenance, special inspections, and general repairs in accordance with regulations and company standards.
Perform annual/systematic 90-day and HM-183 inspections on trailers as required.
Perform HM-183 DOT inspections (P, V, I, K, L, HS, UC) and EPA-M27 inspections.
Ensure equipment meets Federal FHWA standards.
Determine the mechanical condition of tractors, trailers, and associated equipment; diagnose malfunctions and initiate repairs.
Repair components by replacing worn or damaged parts with new or reconditioned parts, and remove, repair, adjust, overhaul, assemble, disassemble, or replace assemblies, components, and systems.
Use welding equipment to make repairs as needed.
Use technical publications or automated systems to follow manufacturers’ maintenance schedules and research parts.
Record maintenance and labor performed in maintenance management software.
Operate a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and shop as needed.
Order and receive parts and supplies as needed.
Follow safety and environmental policies, including procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous waste.
Clean, organize, and maintain the work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.