Equipment Inspector

Crete Carrier Corporation; Marietta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Crete Carrier Corporation in Marietta, GA is seeking a diligent Vehicle Inspector to assess inbound tractors and trailers, identify DOT defects, and ensure safety and compliance across the fleet. The role requires inspecting tractors, trailers, reefers, and tires; recording defects in the maintenance system; and coordinating repairs with drivers and shop staff.

It emphasizes accurate work orders and reliable attendance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced, noisy environment around moving equipment.
• Regularly lift 50lbs and occasionally lift up to 100lbs.
• Must inspect vehicles to determine repairs needed.
• Good vision to inspect repair work.
• Able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn how to identify tractor, trailer, and refer defects.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

• Inspects tractors and trailers to identify defects.
• Records defects in maintenance system.
• Communicates defects to driver and shop personnel to arrange repairs.
• Maintains positive relationships with shop staff and drivers.
• Receives and carries out instructions.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Learn defects identification (tractor,

Mechanical aptitude

Identify mechanical issues

Analytical/problem-solving

Create/read work orders

MS Office / software

Education

High school diploma or GED; 1–3 months experience

DOT brake inspection certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

• Inspects in-bound tractors and trailers to identify operating and DOT defects, ensuring safety and compliance.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts thorough inspections of tractors, trailers, reefers, and tires.
• Records identified defects in the maintenance system.
• Communicates identified defects to the driver and shop personnel to administer repairs.
• Maintains positive relationships with shop staff and drivers.
• Receives and carries out instructions.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn how to identify tractor, trailer, and refer defects.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to identify mechanical issues.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to create and read work orders.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to work safely in a fast-paced, noisy environment around moving equipment.
• Ability to regularly lift 50lbs and occasionally lift up to 100lbs.
• Must be able to inspect vehicles to determine repairs needed.
• Good vision to inspect repair work.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, kneel, and squat to perform repairs and inspections.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

• DOT brake inspection certification as required by supervisor and/or location

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Shift Schedule

Sunday thru Wednesday 6:30AM to 5:00PM

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

EEO is The Law

EEO is the Law

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