Heavy‑Duty Truck & Trailer Mechanic (DOT‑Ready)

Highway Transport; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 28,144 - 42,374; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

HSA Contribution Match

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability, Accident, and Life Insurance

Discount Programs

Paid Maternity Leave

Job summary

Highway Transport is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician in Baton Rouge to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring roadworthiness of equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess necessary tooling and demonstrate basic troubleshooting skills. The position offers competitive benefits including 401(k) match, paid time off, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Required tooling includes sockets/wrenches 1.25” and lower and air tools 1/2” drive and lower.
• Read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Experience moving trailers in and out of the shop is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and general repairs on tractors and trailers.
• Conduct DOT inspections and ensure equipment is roadworthy.
• Maintain safe work habits in compliance with OSHA standards.

Skills

Basic troubleshooting and repair skills for electrical

Ability to work any schedule including nights

Effective time management

Professional and courteous interpersonal skills

Read, write, and speak English

Education

Possess necessary tooling

Job description

Highway Transport is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician in Baton Rouge to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tractors and trailers. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring roadworthiness of equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess necessary tooling and demonstrate basic troubleshooting skills. The position offers competitive benefits including 401(k) match, paid time off, and medical insurance.