Trailer Mechanic Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• At least 1 year of verifiable experience in heavy-duty maintenance and/or time in an entry-level Technician role.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Availability to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Brake inspection qualified as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.25.
• Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 369.19.
• Basic hand tools required for heavy-duty trailer maintenance.
• Ability to frequently lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights up to 50 pounds and occasionally more than 75 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on various surfaces, including uneven or slippery surfaces, and work outdoors in inclement weather.
• Ability to reach, including overhead, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, and kneel.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods on a loading dock that is not climate-controlled and may be slippery.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent work-related or military experience.
• Prior mechanical experience, such as automotive or skilled trades.
• Diesel tech school diploma.
• Previous or current ASE certifications.
• Basic welding skills (Oxy/Acetylene, MIG, and ARC).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment in compliance with manufacturers’, DOT, and company schedules.
• Access equipment areas to perform necessary maintenance, including inspecting and working in, on, or under trailer parts.
• Repair or rebuild all or part of equipment systems.
• Abide by DOT, EPA, Interstate Authority, OSHA, and other applicable rules and regulations.
• Maintain proficiency in equipment and technologies that enhance productivity.
• Move trailers throughout the property and operate a hostler in all types of weather.
• Enter job times and parts on repair orders to track activity.
• Operate specialized tooling and vehicles.
• Keep the work area clean, safe, and organized.
• Interact with operations and shop management.

Benefits

• Company-provided uniforms.
• Tool allowance of $400 per quarter.
• Full health insurance benefits on day one.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Earn up to 13 days of PTO over the first year, with accruals starting on day one.
• Nine paid company holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Education assistance.