Equipment Inspector

Crete Carrier Corporation; Wilmer (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Crete Carrier Corporation in Wilmer, TX is seeking a Maintenance Inspector to inspect tractors, trailers, reefers, and tires, and to record defects in the maintenance system. You will communicate issues to drivers and shop personnel to coordinate repairs, while maintaining positive relationships with staff and drivers.

The role requires excellent verbal and written communication, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read and create work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify tractor, trailer, and refer defects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect tractors, trailers, reefers, and tires.
• Record identified defects in the maintenance system.
• Communicate identified defects to the driver and shop personnel to arrange repairs.
• Maintain positive relationships with shop staff and drivers.
• Receive and carry out instructions.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mechanical aptitude

Identify defects

Analytical skills

Read work orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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

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

Hourly

Full-Time/Part-Time

Fulltime

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Shift Schedule

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