Trailer Welder/ Mechanic

Trailer Bridge•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Trailer Bridge is looking for an energetic and self-motivated go-getter to join our Maintenance team as a Trailer Welder / Mechanic. This position is primarily responsible for performing welding, fabrication, and structural repairs on trailers, chassis, and containers, while also supporting general trailer maintenance and mechanical repairs as needed. The Trailer Welder / Mechanic will inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment in accordance with established maintenance and safety standards. This position plays an important role in ensuring Trailer Bridge equipment remains safe, reliable, and roadworthy while meeting customer service requirements.

Requirements

1–2 years of welding experience required
Experience with MIG welding required
Ability to cut, grind, fit, fabricate, and weld metal components used in trailer and equipment repair
Ability to identify structural damage and determine appropriate welding or fabrication repairs
Ability to perform strenuous physical activity, including lifting up to 100 lbs., bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and working in awkward positions for extended periods
Must provide own hand and air tools
High School Diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Experience welding and repairing trailers, containers, chassis, or similar heavy equipment strongly preferred
Knowledge of trailer repairs, including electrical, brake and air systems, suspension, landing gear, interiors, doors, floors, body work, DOT inspections, and PM inspections preferred
Experience working with reefer containers or refrigerated trailer equipment is a plus
Experience performing PMs on gensets is a plus
Welding certification preferred

Responsibilities

Perform MIG welding, fabrication, and structural repairs on trailers, chassis, and containers, including repairing damaged frames, panels, doors, floors, and other metal components
Cut, grind, clean, and prepare metal surfaces and damaged areas for welding and fabrication
Inspect equipment to identify structural damage, cracks, corrosion, and other areas requiring welding or repair
Fabricate, fit, and install replacement metal components and parts as needed
Perform general trailer and container repairs, including inspecting and replacing lights, mud flaps, crank handles, tires, doors, flooring, and other components
Clean containers, perform washouts, remove rust, and prepare equipment and welding areas for repair
Assist with mechanical repairs involving electrical, brake and air systems, suspension, landing gear, and other trailer components as needed
Regularly access areas of equipment necessary to perform repairs and maintenance, including working in, on, or underneath equipment
Complete repair orders and attendance records accurately, legibly, and in a timely manner
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and comply with all shop and workplace safety requirements
Maintain proficiency with equipment, welding techniques, tools, and technologies to enhance quality and productivity
Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by supervisor
Support the culture of Trailer Bridge by modeling the TB12 Core Values of a TB team member