Trailer Tech

Eastern Truck and Trailer•Columbus, OH

52d

About The Position

Responsible for inspecting and maintaining the mechanical and electrical parts of our trailers. The responsibilities of the trailer mechanic include servicing and repairing trailer parts, compiling inspection reports, and ensuring that trailers are roadworthy by completing the following:

Requirements

Oral Communication Skills
Written Communication Skills
Reading Skills
Technical Communication
Math Aptitude
Organization
Project Management
Time Management
Physical Dexterity
Lifting up to 100 pounds
High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Prior related work experience helpful.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MUST HAVE A CURRENT AND VALID DRIVER'S LICENSCE.

Responsibilities

Inspecting, troubleshooting, and safely repairing trailer bodies, systems, and components.
Performing preventative maintenance measures on trailers.
Maintaining hubs and axles and adjusting or replacing them when required.
Inspecting, servicing, and replacing trailer parts, including tires.
Checking and repairing the brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Testing all systems and equipment for performance issues.
Ensuring that trailers meet the U.S. Department of Transportation's road safety requirements.
Compiling inspection reports, documenting repairs, and reporting all findings to management.
Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipts.
Must follow Karmak guidelines. Story writing, ensuring that the task being performed is the task clocked in on.
Actively communicates with Service Advisor, Shop Foreman, Parts Advisor on status of unit, any additional repairs found, any issues that will require additional time to repair.
Any other duties assigned by Shop Foreman/Shop Manager/Service Advisor.