Fleet Trailer Maintenance Trainee

Dtr-Services; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dtr-Services in Lenexa, KS is seeking a Fleet Trailer Maintenance Trainee to learn servicing semi trailers under experienced technicians. You will assist with inspections, preventive maintenance, basic repairs, and diagnostics, document tasks, and participate in ongoing training to build hands-on skills.

You will work in a collaborative shop, gain practical experience, and grow your technical competencies through structured training from day one.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical school exposure is beneficial.
• Foundational mechanical knowledge preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to learn quickly and accept direction from experienced team members.
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
• Capability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine inspections and preventive maintenance to meet safety and operational standards.
• Perform entry‑level repairs and adjustments with oversight from senior technicians.
• Support basic diagnostics and recommend solutions for mechanical issues.
• Maintain a clean, orderly workstation and follow all safety procedures.
• Accurately document completed tasks and communicate additional repair needs to senior staff.
• Participate in ongoing training to expand technical competencies.

Skills

Foundational mechanical knowledge

Strong communication

Team-oriented

Ability to learn quickly

Fast-paced environment

Lifting heavy objects

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school exposure beneficial

Job description

Role Overview — Lenexa, KSKick off your career in transportation and logistics as a Fleet Trailer Maintenance Trainee. You’ll gain practical experience servicing semi trailers while learning from experienced technicians in a collaborative shop.Primary ResponsibilitiesAssist with routine inspections and preventive maintenance to meet safety and operational standards.Perform entry‑level repairs and adjustments with oversight from senior technicians.Support basic diagnostics and recommend solutions for mechanical issues.Maintain a clean, orderly workstation and follow all safety procedures.Accurately document completed tasks and communicate additional repair needs to senior staff.Participate in ongoing training to expand technical competencies.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical school exposure is beneficial.Foundational mechanical knowledge preferred but not mandatory.Ability to learn quickly and accept direction from experienced team members.Comfort operating in a fast‑paced environment and managing multiple priorities.Strong communication skills and a team‑oriented approach.Capability to lift heavy objects and perform physical labor as needed.Training & GrowthFrom day one, you’ll be included in structured training sessions designed to build your skills and confidence with semi‑trailer systems.Location: Lenexa, KS