Service Technician Trainee
About The Position
The Service Technician Trainee program is designed to provide hands-on training for individuals interested in learning the trailer repair trade. Trainees will be supplied with a starter tool set and toolbox, then paired with an experienced service technician who will mentor and guide them through the program. As skills and knowledge increase, responsibilities and independence will grow, setting trainees up for long-term success within the company. What You Will Learn: Through structured, on-the-job training, you will gain practical skills in: Brake Systems: inspection, repair, and replacement of air brake components Suspension Systems: troubleshooting and repairing suspension assemblies Welding & Fabrication: steel/aluminum welding, cutting, and basic fabrication techniques Trailer Types: repair and maintenance of chip trailers, dump trailers, lowboy trailers, flatbeds, and other equipment Preventative Maintenance: performing DOT inspections, lubrication, and safety checks Electrical Systems: diagnosing and repairing trailer lighting and wiring Hydraulic Systems: assisting with troubleshooting and repairs Shop & Lot Operations: organizing trailers, ensuring a clean work environment, following safety protocols Teamwork & Communication: working alongside skilled technicians and service advisors to complete jobs efficiently No prior experience is required! This is a learning role with growth built in. Program Highlights: Structured mentorship with senior service technicians Progressive responsibility as knowledge and skills increase Provided starter toolbox and basic tools (with opportunity to build a complete set over time) Clear path to advancement into a full-time Service Technician role
Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
- Regular standing, bending, kneeling, and working in various positions for extended periods
- Working in both indoor and outdoor environments, sometimes in varying weather conditions
- Ability to safely operate shop equipment and tools
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred (not required)
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
- Interest in hands-on mechanical work, problem-solving, and learning a skilled trade
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Dependability and ability to follow instructions
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and clean work environment
- Team-oriented attitude with strong communication skills
Responsibilities
- inspection, repair, and replacement of air brake components
- troubleshooting and repairing suspension assemblies
- steel/aluminum welding, cutting, and basic fabrication techniques
- repair and maintenance of chip trailers, dump trailers, lowboy trailers, flatbeds, and other equipment
- performing DOT inspections, lubrication, and safety checks
- diagnosing and repairing trailer lighting and wiring
- assisting with troubleshooting and repairs
- organizing trailers, ensuring a clean work environment, following safety protocols
- working alongside skilled technicians and service advisors to complete jobs efficiently
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
