Trailer Mechanic

R+L Carriers • Town of Montgomery, NY

12d • $27 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

R+L Carriers is hiring a Trailer Mechanic at its Maybrook, New York Service Center. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining trailers. The hourly pay range is $27.47 to $34.02. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Available paid time off may be used immediately upon hire. The company describes itself as a family-owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965, serving the transportation and distribution industry.

Requirements

• Experience performing equipment safety inspections and preparing documents required by the FMCSA, the company, and applicable federal, state, or local regulations.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals.
• Experience repairing or replacing defective parts, components, or systems.
• Experience testing equipment for proper performance and ensuring work meets manufacturer specifications and legislated regulations.
• Experience with trailer preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Must own personal tools.
• Must be dependable.
• Must be prepared to work in climate conditions when needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using the Cetaris Maintenance Work Order System.
• Welding experience.
• Experience driving yard tractors and trailers.
• Previous experience working on Class 8 commercial vehicles.
• Sheet metal and composite panel repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose trailer issues.
• Repair trailers and their defective parts, components, or systems.
• Perform general trailer maintenance, including preventive maintenance.
• Conduct equipment safety inspections and prepare required safety documents.
• Test equipment to verify proper performance and compliance with manufacturer specifications and applicable regulations.

Benefits

• Available paid time off may be used immediately upon hire.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Vacation lodging at exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, Florida; Big Bear Lake, California; Pigeon Forge, Tennessee; and Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed