Trailer Technician

TMC Transportation • Joplin, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary function for a Maintenance Technician will be to perform tractor and/or trailer preventative maintenance repairs to advance mechanical and electrical troubleshooting procedures. TMC Transportation has a culture that is built upon excellence in service. Our professional drivers take pride in delivering the highest quality of work in the industry. As an employee-owned company, all employees contribute to, and benefit from, the success of TMC. The challenge to grow and meet TMC's consistent high standards creates an energy within the company that is rare. Together, we are TMC and we OWN excellence! TMC delivers flatbed freight throughout the United States. Freight consists of roofing, steel, and various items that require securement onto a flatbed trailer. Additionally, we have relationships with dedicated customers for which we haul specialized loads. Our Logistics Division offers solutions for our customers who need van, refrigerated, or inter-modal services.

Requirements

• Technical school degree and/or previous tractor/trailer repair experience
• Must have valid Driver’s License
• Must be attentive to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Must be able to handle a fast-paced, physically demanding workload

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain company tractors and/or trailers using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits utilizing computer based software diagnostic programs and printed wiring schematics
• Recondition, repair and/or replace parts
• Perform routine maintenance checks including inspecting brake system, wheel bearings, electrical system, and air systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine/driveline/ABS related issues utilizing sound mechanical knowledge and computer based diagnostic programs
• Ability to set up and use common cutting, welding, and metal fabrication tooling and equipment as needed to complete trailer repairs
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree