In Shop Trailer Technician / Mechanic

All Fleet Inc; Winthrop Harbor (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

All Fleet Inc is seeking an experienced trailer mechanic/fabricator to join our shop team. You will repair 48ft and 53ft trailers, fabricate new components, and perform preventative maintenance with attention to quality and safety.

Responsibilities include servicing suspension, wheels, brakes, electrical systems, and performing road tests when needed. A strong emphasis on welding, fabrication, and teamwork helps us keep our fleet in top condition.

Qualifications

• Experience repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft and 53ft trailers.
• Welding and metal fabrication skills are essential.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance and service calls.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild trailer components including suspension, landing gear, wheels, brakes, and electrical systems.
• Perform road tests to verify quality repairs.
• Maintain a clean, safe shop and comply with OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Coordinate with Parts Department to source materials.
• Record labor and work in the EMS system.
• Proactively assist junior technicians and maintain shop equipment.

Skills

Trailer repair

Fabrication

Welding

Preventative maintenance

Tools

EMS system

Job description

We are looking for an experienced trailer mechanic/fabricator to join our team. In Shop Trailer Technicians / Mechanics at All Fleet Inc are some of the most talented people in the entire company. And as with every position we offer you'll be able to learn and grow as much as you want. When you apply as a In Shop Trailer Technician / Mechanic at All Fleet Inc, there's no telling how far you'll go.

This position plays a vital role in our established and growing family-owned and operated small business, servicing new and used trailers and fabricating new and exciting trailer builds for a wide range of brands and marketing agencies.

Responsibilities

• Has a fundamental understanding of repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft. and 53ft. dry van trailers and can effectively repairs the following components:
• Suspension and running gear components
• Landing gear assembly and components
• Wheel components and tires
• Brake and air components
• Electrical, lighting and wiring components
• Rear frame and door components
• Side, nose and roof components
• Interior and floor components
• Able to thoroughly perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs
• Maintains a high level of welding and metal fabrication skills
• Performs service calls if needed
• Washes and fuels equipment when necessary
• Road tests vehicles to ensure quality repair services were performed. *Dependent upon having a CDL
• Consistently positive attitude, interacting courteously and professionally with fellow employees
• Pro-actively assists, guides and directs junior technicians
• Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools
• Maintains a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards
• Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system
• Works with the Parts Department to assure that all necessary materials, parts, service and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels
• Works in compliance to EPA regulations as well as DOT and company safety requirements
• Performs other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary