Fleet Trailer Technician

Ecoparts; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecology Auto Parts Inc. is seeking a skilled Trailer Technician for our Long Beach Shop. You will inspect trailers, perform preventive maintenance, and repair brakes, axles, lighting, and air systems to ensure safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of trailer maintenance, DOT knowledge, and hands-on welding/electrical skills. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Shop Manager and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Three years of trailer maintenance or related mechanical experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent; diesel/trailer repair certification preferred.
• Familiarity with DOT safety regulations and trailer inspection requirements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with knowledge of air brakes, electrical wiring, and welding techniques.
• Ability to diagnose issues and recommend repair solutions independently.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trailers to identify mechanical and structural issues.
• Repair trailer components including brakes, axles, lighting systems, suspension, flooring, doors, and air systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance per DOT standards to ensure compliance.
• Replace worn or damaged parts such as wheel hubs, landing gear, lights, and mud flaps.
• Maintain service records of parts used and labor performed using maintenance software.
• Operate shop tools safely and effectively; keep work area clean and organized.
• Assist in parts inventory and restocking; coordinate with Road Service and Diesel Technician teams.
• Weld frames, hangers, landing gears, walls, floors.
• Troubleshoot and repair ABS, electrical shorts.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Air brake systems knowledge

Electrical wiring knowledge

Welding techniques

Diagnose issues independently

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification or training in diesel or trailer repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Maintenance software

Job description

Ecology Auto Parts Inc. is seeking a skilled Trailer Technician for our Long Beach Shop. You will inspect trailers, perform preventive maintenance, and repair brakes, axles, lighting, and air systems to ensure safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of trailer maintenance, DOT knowledge, and hands-on welding/electrical skills. This full-time, non-exempt role reports to the Shop Manager and offers competitive pay and benefits.