Trailer Tech 2
About The Position
Trailer Tech 2 tests, services, and repairs trailers and related mechanical components. The role performs diagnostics and repairs on brakes, air systems, suspension, tires, lighting systems, and light trailer body components such as doors, with assistance from a Trailer Tech III when needed. It also handles basic preventative maintenance and inspections on tractors and trailers, checks vehicle fluids, changes tires, greases mechanical parts, and moves trailers into and out of the shop using a yard jockey. The technician completes DOT and other documentation accurately and on time, maintains a clean work area, and works to meet productivity and repair-time targets. Other duties may be assigned. This position is based at the Chicago USX Terminal and is not open to remote work. The schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The technician must provide their own hand tools and meet the stated physical requirements, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 1 year of experience working on trailers; a Technical Diploma from an accredited Diesel Technology Program may substitute for 1 year of the required experience.
- DOT and Brake Certifications.
- Valid driver's license.
- Basic welding skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to read and write.
- Must provide own hand tools adequate to perform job functions.
- Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling, using hand tools, and pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting specified weights; reasonable accommodation may be provided.
Responsibilities
- Test, service, and repair trailers and related mechanical components.
- Perform diagnostics and repairs on brakes, air systems, suspension, tires, lighting systems, and light trailer body components such as doors; seek assistance from a Trailer Tech III when needed.
- Complete DOT forms and other required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
- Move trailers into and out of the shop using a yard jockey before and after repairs.
- Clean and maintain the work area daily.
- Maintain productivity and complete jobs within or close to SRT times.
- Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring, and related components.
- Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers according to USX PM guidelines.
- Check vehicle fluids, including transmission fluid, oil, windshield washer fluid, and antifreeze.
- Change vehicle tires.
- Grease mechanical parts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Basic and supplemental life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment coverage
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Savings Accounts
- Company-paid holidays
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with employer matching contribution
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid parental leave
- Short-term incentive program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet insurance
- Employee stock options
- Profit-sharing
- Professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
