Truck and Trailer Inspector

Billor•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

Billor is a company combining freight and technology for truck drivers, freight brokers, and small carriers. It operates a fleet of several hundred heavy-duty trucks and integrated businesses across freight, fintech, and technology platforms. Billor is seeking a qualified, detail-oriented Class 8 Semi-Truck & Trailer Inspector to conduct comprehensive safety and mechanical inspections across its heavy-duty fleet. The role focuses on verifying the structural, mechanical, and operational integrity of Class 8 power units and flatbed, dry van, and refrigerated trailers, ensuring compliance with DOT and FMCSA safety standards.

Requirements

Current DOT-certified Inspector or Annual Vehicle Inspector Certification.
Degree or technical certificate in Diesel Mechanics or Heavy Equipment Technology.
At least 2 years of hands-on mechanical or inspection experience with Class 8 heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
Demonstrated experience evaluating flatbeds, dry vans, and refrigerated units.
Strong working knowledge of FMCSA and DOT commercial vehicle safety standards.
Solid mechanical understanding of Class 8 power units, air brake systems, and heavy-duty suspensions.
Familiarity with reefer unit functionality and specialized trailer structural components.
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify safety hazards and wear-and-tear defects quickly.
Basic digital literacy for entering inspection data into fleet management software or digital inspection reports.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A), strongly preferred for yard movement or test drives.

Responsibilities

Perform thorough pre-trip, periodic, and preventive maintenance inspections on Class 8 tractors and associated trailers.
Inspect flatbed deck integrity, tie-down equipment, winches, rub rails, and structural frames.
Inspect dry van floorboards, door seals, roof linings, sidewalls, and cargo-securing components.
Inspect reefer unit operation, temperature-monitoring components, door seals, and insulation integrity.
Check air brakes, steering components, suspension, tires, rims, lighting systems, and coupling devices, including fifth wheels and kingpins.
Document inspection results accurately, generate detailed defect reports, and sign off on DOT/FMCSA inspection logs.
Coordinate with fleet operations and maintenance staff to prioritize repairs and reinspect vehicles after maintenance.