Chassis Mechanic - 2nd Shift - 2:30PM - 10:30PM

TRAC Services; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus pay

Signing bonus

Job summary

TRAC Services in Bedford Park, IL is seeking a Chassis Mechanic for the 2nd shift (2:30 PM – 10:30 PM) to perform mechanical repairs and inspections in a rail yard environment from a Mobile Service Unit. You will handle brake jobs, welding, cutting with a torch, and chassis part replacement according to repair guidelines.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, at least 2 years in chassis mechanics, welding experience (MIG/ARC), and the ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to meet TRAC driver’s license standards.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screening.
• At least 2 years of experience in chassis mechanics.
• Experience with MIG and/or ARC welding is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform FMCSA chassis inspections.
• Repair container chassis of all types.
• Change tires as necessary.
• Maintain parts inventory.
• Adhere to safety rules and regulations.
• Communicate with management on workload and inventory.
• Repair chassis per TRAC guidelines.

Skills

Reading writing

Bilingual

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Office

IDCS systems

Job description

Chassis Mechanic - 2nd Shift - 2:30PM - 10:30PM

Job Category: Maintenance and Repair

Requisition Number: CHASS001764

• Posted : August 5, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $28 USD per hour

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Bedford Park CHI
7000 W 71st St
Bedford Park, IL 60638, USA

Bedford Park CHI
7000 W 71st St
Bedford Park, IL 60638, USA

The Chassis Mechanic will perform mechanical repairs and inspections in a rail road ramp type environment from a Mobile Service Unit. The employee will perform all types of chassis repairs including brake jobs, welding, cutting with a torch and repairing and replacing parts on the chassis using standard repair tools. Some minor container repairs, patches, door latches and hinges type of work. Repairs will be conducted based on estimates written by an M&R Supervisor and based off of roadability issues.

Chassis Mechanic Responsibilities:

• Perform FMCSA chassis inspections
• Perform container chassis repairs of all types
• Change tires as necessary
• Maintain Parts Inventory
• Strictly adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Communicate with management on space requirements, backlog of work, inventory issues, etc.
• Work and repair chassis according to TRAC Chassis Pool Repair Guidelines

Chassis Mechanic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Ability to meet TRAC driver’s license standards
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screening
• At least 2 years of experience in chassis mechanics, usage and customary repair methods
• Some experience with minor container repairs
• At least one year of experience in MIG and/or ARC welding
• Knowledge of AAR, IICL and DOT rules and criteria
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Medium ability to use a variety of computer systems (Office and IDCS systems for rail)
• Ability to read and write legibly
• Bilingual is a plus (English/Spanish)
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch and lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to review a written plan and execute according to the stated standards
• Ability to work within a process oriented, fast paced team atmosphere
• Must meet minimum FMCSA requirements that are listed in the Special Position Requirements
• Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workloads and handle multiple tasks

EOE

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Employee discount, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Referral program, Retirement plan, Vision insurance
Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay, Signing bonus

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7000 W 71st St

Bedford Park, IL 60638, USA

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