Trailer Mechanic

Saia Inc.•Grayslake, IL

18h•$33 - $37

About The Position

Maintains, diagnoses, and repairs trailers used for transporting goods. The Trailer Mechanic services and inspects tractor-trailers, diagnoses failures, repairs mechanical, electrical, and other trailer systems, and tests trailers after repairs. The position requires maintaining detailed records of service and maintenance activities and providing and maintaining personal maintenance tools. The work involves using hydraulic jacks and hoists to access trailer undersides, as well as climbing on, under, and around large trucks and equipment. The role requires the physical ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and handle tools, parts, and equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Pay is $32.70–$37.45 per hour, based on experience. Saia describes opportunities to learn new skills and advance, competitive compensation, and benefits. The company states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English to perform job tasks, understand instructions and regulations, communicate with coworkers, the public, management, and government representatives, and complete required documents and records.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, or carry tools, parts, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds.
Regular use of hands and arms to handle tools, reach overhead, and work in tight spaces.
Ability to safely climb on, under, and around large trucks and equipment.
Adequate vision, with or without correction, to read gauges and manuals and perform detailed inspections.
Adequate hearing, with or without aids, to detect equipment sounds, communicate, and follow safety signals.

Nice To Haves

2 years of trailer mechanic experience.
Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Responsibilities

Service, inspect, and repair tractor-trailers.
Diagnose failures and repair mechanical, electrical, and other trailer systems.
Use hydraulic jacks and hoists to access the underside of trailers.
Conduct full trailer inspections to identify issues.
Test trailers after repairs to ensure they are operating without issues.
Maintain detailed records of service and maintenance activities.
Repair defective parts, including brakes, tires, axles, wiring, and hydraulic systems.