Trailer Mechanic/Technician

Diamond Truck & Trailer•Elk Grove Township, IL

23d•$25 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Due to continued company growth and expansion, Diamond Truck & Trailer is looking for a skilled Trailer Technician to join our repair shop. We are an established truck & trailer repair company in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Diamond is a proud partner/dealer of Landoll Trailers, looking to hire additional technicians that have the skills and experience to maintain, diagnose, and repair trailers. Looking to hire an experienced individual with 3+ years of trailer repair experience.

Requirements

3 years experience as a trailer mechanic
Possess a valid driver's license
Must be able to obtain CDL
Must own tools
Able to lift up to 100 LB
Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented with solid organizational and time-management skills

Responsibilities

Ability to diagnose failures and perform repairs on trailers
Has the fundamental understanding of repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft and 53ft dry van trailers, refer trailers, and beverage body trailers and can effectively repair the following components: Suspension and running gear components, Landing gear assembly and components, Wheel-end components, Brake and air components, Rear frame and door components, Side, nose, and roof components
Proficient in roll up door repair, rebuild, and install
Able to thoroughly perform preventative maintenance inspections and repairs, including completion of DOT forms and all other customer provided forms in a timely fashion
Maintains a high level of welding and metal fabrication skills
Receive and carry out service orders
Perform quality control checks for repaired vehicle to ensure repairs are complete
Road tests vehicles to ensure quality of repairs and proper vehicle operation. Dependent upon having a CDL
Works with the Parts Department to ensure that all necessary materials, parts, and shop supplies are properly on service orders.
Performs other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary
Maintains organized and clean workspace. Keeps account of company and personal tools at all times