Trailer Mechanic

Dayton Freight•Hudson, WI

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Trailer Mechanics are to perform maintenance service in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measured standards for Dayton Freight Lines. This role involves repairing and rebuilding various components on trailers, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring a high level of skill in welding and metal fabrication. The position also includes performing service calls, road testing vehicles, and maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Requirements

Possess a valid Driver's License.
Basic math skills.
Fluent in English.
Able to pass a drug screen.
Fundamental understanding of repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft. and 53ft. dry van trailers.
Ability to thoroughly perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs.
High level of welding and metal fabrication skills.
Ability to perform service calls.
Ability to wash and fuel equipment when necessary.
Ability to road test vehicles.
Consistently positive attitude, interacting courteously and professionally with fellow employees.
Pro-actively assist, guide, and direct junior technicians.
Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools.
Maintain a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards.
Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system.
Work with the Parts Department to assure that all necessary materials, parts, service and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels.
Work in compliance to EPA regulations as well as DOT and company safety requirements.
Perform other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Possess a CDL (dependent upon having a CDL for road testing).

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance service with acceptable volume and quality standards.
Repair and rebuild components on 48ft. and 53ft. dry van trailers, including suspension and running gear, landing gear, wheel components and tires, brake and air components, electrical/lighting/wiring, rear frame and doors, sides, nose, and roof, and interior/floor components.
Thoroughly perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs.
Maintain a high level of welding and metal fabrication skills.
Perform service calls.
Wash and fuel equipment when necessary.
Road test vehicles to ensure quality repair services.
Assist, guide, and direct junior technicians.
Participate in the care and upkeep of the shop, grounds, equipment, and tools.
Maintain a clean, safe environment that complies with OSHA and company standards.
Record all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system.
Work with the Parts Department to ensure necessary materials, parts, service, and shop supplies are maintained at proper levels.
Work in compliance with EPA regulations as well as DOT and company safety requirements.
Perform other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary.