Trailer Mechanic Level C

Estes Express Lines • Smyrna, TN

72d

About The Position

Estes is hiring at all levels of skills and experience which is how your pay is determined. Responsible for repairs and required preventive maintenance of trailers. Inspect, trouble shoot, diagnose, and perform maintenance on equipment. Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepares safety documents required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), company and any other Federal, State or Local regulations. Interpret work orders and technical manuals. Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems. Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that the work meets manufacturer’s specifications and legislated regulations. Regular attendance is required. This is not an all-inclusive list of job requirements and/or duties and may not contain all mental and physical capabilities necessary to perform the job at all times due to circumstances. Operational, safety and other needs may require the employee to perform any and all other duties as assigned. Employees are expected, and must be able to perform all such duties and tasks.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Educational Degree (GED), or equivalent background
• Must be 17+ years of age
• Minimum of one-year experience and/or completion of trade school; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to use hand tools and test equipment
• Must have own tools
• Knowledge of general repairs and PM criteria
• Ability to keep up with changing technology and updates
• Possess mechanical ability and interest in electronics and precision equipment
• Strength and stamina to work with heavy equipment and in awkward positions
• Ability to lift approximately 70 lbs.
• Valid CDL and acceptable MVR required if driving on public roads
• Registered with FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse if a CDL holder
• Excellent verbal and written communication and listening skills
• Self-starting and organized
• Strong work ethic and good problem-solving skills
• Willingness to work any shift, including nights and weekends in any weather condition
• Ability to comply with all company policies, rules, procedures and Code of Conduct
• Ability to interact well with others
• Ability to work independently or in a team setting
• Capability to work under tight time constraints in a high volume environment with multiple priorities
• Ability to read, interpret and comply with written information and documents
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, random drug and/or alcohol tests, and will be subject to a criminal history background check
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Responsible for repairs and required preventive maintenance of trailers
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform maintenance on equipment
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documents required by FMCSA and other regulations
• Interpret work orders and technical manuals
• Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance
• Ensure work meets manufacturer’s specifications and legislated regulations
• Perform any and all other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees