1st Shift Trailer Mechanic

Armada Staffing Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Weekly pay

Job summary

Armada Staffing Group in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Full-time 1st shift Trailer Mechanic. Starting pay is $20.00 per hour, depending on experience. This position offers weekly pay and comprehensive benefits.

You will perform heavy-duty trailer repairs, including body components, brakes, lighting, suspension, and flooring, using basic welding as needed. This fast-paced, team-oriented shop keeps trailers road-ready through hands-on maintenance and careful inspections.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of trailer repair and maintenance.
• Experience with trailer brakes, wheel seals, lighting, suspension preferred.
• Ability to perform basic welding is preferred.
• Ability to repair and replace trailer body components and flooring.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform physical labor for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Repair trailers after accidents or damage.
• Replace side walls, roofs, doors, and flooring as needed.
• Maintain and repair brakes, wheel seals, lighting, suspension.
• Inspect and repair trailer flooring, doors, and components.
• Perform basic welding and fabrication to reinforce components.
• Keep shop clean and assist with other duties when no trailers are being repaired.

Skills

Trailer repair knowledge

Basic welding

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: 1st Shift Trailer MechanicLocation: Fort Wayne, IN Starting Pay: $20.00/hour – Depends on Experience

About Us

Armada Staffing Group connects reliable, hardworking professionals with top employers. Since our founding, we’ve focused on building lasting partnerships that help candidates grow and succeed in industrial, logistics, and skilled trades roles.

Benefits & Perks

Starting: $20.00 hourly pay – Depends on ExperienceFull-time 1st shift positionWeekly payHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance

Summary

Full-time 1st shift opportunity with a heavy-duty trailer repair companyPerform accident repairs and general maintenance on trailersRepair trailer body components including side walls, roofs, doors, corner caps, and flooringPerform maintenance and repairs on brakes, wheel seals, lighting, suspension, and other trailer systemsUse basic welding skills for repairs, reinforcement, and fabrication as neededHands-on position in a fast-paced, team-oriented shop environment

Responsibilities

Perform repairs to trailers following accidents or other damageRepair and replace side walls, roofs, doors, corner caps, and other structural componentsPerform routine maintenance and repairs on trailer systemsInspect, maintain, and repair brakes, wheel seals, lighting, suspension components, and related systemsInspect, repair, and replace damaged trailer flooring as neededComplete repairs to keep trailers safe, functional, and road-readyPerform basic welding and fabrication to complete repairs and reinforce trailer componentsInspect trailers for damage and determine appropriate repairsPerform daily housekeeping and maintain shop equipment and work areasAssist with shop maintenance, odd jobs, and other duties when there are no trailers to repair

Requirements

Basic knowledge of trailer repair and maintenanceExperience with trailer brakes, wheel seals, lighting, suspension, or related systems preferredAbility to perform basic welding is preferredAbility to repair and replace trailer body components, including side walls, roofs, doors, and flooringAbility to safely use common hand and power toolsStrong attention to detail and ability to identify damage and necessary repairsAbility to stand, bend, lift, and perform physical labor for extended periodsAbility to work safely around heavy-duty trailers and equipmentAbility to work independently and as part of a teamWillingness to perform general shop housekeeping and other duties as needed