Fleet Trailer Mechanic

Trillium Staffing; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Prescription coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Trillium Drivers in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Fleet Trailer Mechanic for a possible temp-to-hire role. The position pays $30.00 per hour with overtime after 40 hours and features a 6:00am–7:00am start, Monday to Friday, with no weekend work and 8–10 hours per day.

This outdoor role requires working in varying weather conditions and involves maintaining trailers and related equipment. You will inspect and service trailers, diagnose electrical components, and maintain records using our

Qualifications

• 4 years of fleet trailer maintenance and repair experience.
• (Up to 2 years can be credited for technical training or schooling.)
• Working knowledge of FMCSRs and DOT compliance requirements.
• Air brake certification
• Familiarity with OEM and component diagnostic software
• Your own hand tools (1/2” drive and under). We’ll provide diagnostic tools and major shop equipment.
• ASE certification is a plus, but not required
• A valid driver’s license (CDL Class A preferred, but not mandatory)

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on trailers, converter dollies, light-duty vehicles, and other company equipment.
• Diagnose, repair and replace electrical components on trailers.
• Use our maintenance system to create, update, and complete work orders and vehicle maintenance records.
• Assisting with general cleaning and shop upkeep.
• Operating a service truck on-site.

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Electrical diagnostics

DOT/FMCSRs knowledge

Diagnose repairs

Education

Technical training/schooling

ASE certification (nice to have)

Tools

OEM diagnostic software

Job description

Trillium Drivers is now seeking a Fleet Trailer Mechanic inGrand Rapids, MI for a possible temp-to-hire opportunity!

Pay rate is $30.00per hour with OT after 40 hours. This is a temporary through February, possible temp-hire. Schedule is starting between 6:00am - 7:00am,Monday - Friday, no weekend work,8-10 hours per day. (Approximately 45-50 hours per week).

Position Overview

• Primary role as a Trailer Mechanic.
• Help make sure trailers and equipment are safe, reliable, and ready for the road.
• Inspect and perform preventative maintenance on trailers, converter dollies, light-duty vehicles, and other company equipment.
• Always following federal, state, and local requirements.
• Complete a variety of routine maintenance tasks on trailers, such as PM inspections, FHWA inspections and general repairs and maintenance.
• Diagnose, repair and replace electrical components on trailers.
• Use our maintenance system to create, update, and complete work orders and vehicle maintenance records.
• Help with purchasing, receiving, and tracking parts ensuring they are properly charged to the right work orders.
• Assisting with general cleaning and shop upkeep.
• Operating a service truck on-site.
• This is an outdoor position, must be able to work in all various weather conditions.

Join a team that’s supportive with a company that has excellent benefits including Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage; 401K, paid vacation, 11 paid holidays per year, and more.

Requirements

• 4 years of fleet trailer maintenance and repair experience
• (Up to 2 years can be credited for technical training or schooling.)
• Working knowledge of FMCSRs and DOT compliance requirements
• Air brake certification
• Familiarity with OEM and component diagnostic software
• Your own hand tools (1/2” drive and under). We’ll provide diagnostic tools and major shop equipment.
• ASE certification is a plus, but not required
• A valid driver’s license (CDL Class A preferred, but not mandatory)

Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.