Heavy Duty Trailer Technician / Mechanic

Entertimeonline; Town of Spring Brook (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Company-paid Life Insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Six paid holidays

Tool allowance

Job summary

Eau Claire Truck & Trailer, part of Midwest Star Group, seeks a Heavy-Duty Trailer Technician/Mechanic to join our Eau Claire team. This hands-on role inspects, maintains and repairs commercial trailers and related equipment.

We welcome candidates with trailer or heavy-duty repair experience or a strong mechanical foundation who want to grow their skills. The position offers steady year-round work, competitive pay and a solid benefits package.

Qualifications

• Previous trailer/truck/heavy-duty repair experience preferred.
• Must provide own basic tools.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain commercial trailers.
• Perform brake, suspension and air-system repairs.
• Diagnose and repair lighting and electrical systems.
• Service wheel bearings, axles and related components.
• Perform tire service, repair and replacement.
• Service and repair liftgates and other trailer components.
• Repair trailer floors, roofs, doors and structural components.
• Assist with welding, fabrication and custom repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections.
• Assist with DOT inspections based on experience/qualification.
• Identify needed repairs and clearly communicate findings.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed.
• Maintain an organized, safe and clean work area.
• Assist with parts, materials and general shop needs as necessary.
• Support other technicians and shop operations to keep work moving efficiently.
• Occasionally assist with roadside or emergency repairs as needed.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Ability to read service information

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

• Employee Type Non Exempt FT
• Manage Others No

Eau Claire Truck & Trailer, part of Midwest Star Group, is looking for aHeavy-Duty Trailer Technician / Mechanic to join our Eau Claire team.

This is a hands-on position responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing commercial trailers and related equipment. We're open to candidates with previous trailer or heavy-duty repair experience, as well as mechanically inclined individuals who have a strong foundation and want to continue developing their skills.

What You'll Do:

• Inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain commercial trailers
• Perform brake, suspension and air-system repairs
• Diagnose and repair trailer lighting and electrical systems
• Service wheel bearings, axles and related components
• Perform tire service, repair and replacement
• Service and repair liftgates and other trailer components
• Repair trailer floors, roofs, doors and structural components
• Assist with welding, fabrication and custom repairs
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety inspections
• Assist with DOT inspections based on experience/qualification
• Identify needed repairs and clearly communicate findings
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed
• Maintain an organized, safe and clean work area
• Assist with parts, materials and general shop needs as necessary
• Support other technicians and shop operations to keep work moving efficiently
• Occasionally assist with roadside or emergency repairs as needed

Requirements

• Previous trailer, truck, heavy-duty equipment, automotive or related mechanical/shop experience preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Experience with air brakes, suspension, electrical systems and/or trailer components preferred
• Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
• Ability to use standard hand and power tools safely
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical problems and determine appropriate repairs based on experience level
• Ability to read service information, diagrams and repair instructions
• Valid driver's license
• Must provide own basic tools
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physical work throughout the workday
• Ability to work in shop conditions including noise, dust and varying temperatures
• Dependable attendance and ability to report to work as scheduled
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to safety and quality workmanship

Summary

For more than 40 years, Eau Claire Truck & Trailer has helped keep commercial trucks and trailers safely on the road throughout the Eau Claire area. As part of Midwest Star Group, employees have the opportunity to work in a hands-on environment with steady, year-round work and exposure to a wide variety of equipment and repairs.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, dental and vision coverage with the company contributing 70% toward premiums
• Kavira supplemental healthcare provided at no cost for employees and their families
• Company-paid $25,000 Life & AD&D insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage
• LegalShield and pet insurance options
• Retirement plan with a 3% company match
• PTO beginning to accrue on your first day
• Six paid holidays
• Steady, year-round work
• Opportunities to learn, develop and expand your technical skills

If you're mechanically inclined, dependable and take pride in fixing things the right way, we'd like to hear from you.