Lead Trailer Maintenance Technician

Roadrunner

Bolingbrook (IL)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 43,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

PTO
Paid Holidays
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401k

Job summary

Roadrunner Freight is seeking a Lead Equipment Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and inspect trailers to ensure safety and roadworthiness. You will oversee on-site technicians, plan maintenance actions, and advise on component replacements while complying with safety standards.

The role requires basic electrical and brake system knowledge, frame and door repairs, and experience with trailing equipment. Expect variable hours and onsite work in Chicago, IL.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Mechanical knowledge: 1 year required.
  • Knowledge of machines and tools, including design, use, repair and maintenance.
  • Knowledge of trailing equipment; limited forklift repair knowledge.
  • Basic electrical diagnosis and repair.
  • Foundation brake system diagnosis and repair.
  • Door repair for roll and swing doors.
  • Frame repair.

Responsibilities

  • Perform diagnostic tests for routine maintenance procedures.
  • Determine a course of action for damaged parts and systems.
  • Oversee Maintenance Technicians on site to ensure policy and safety compliance.
  • Adjust functional parts of devices or control instruments using hand tools.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge
Machinery and tools knowledge
Electrical diagnosis
Brake system diagnosis
Door repair
Frame repair
Trailing equipment knowledge
Forklift repairs knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Roadrunner Freight is seeking a Lead Equipment Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and inspect trailers to ensure safety and roadworthiness. You will oversee on-site technicians, plan maintenance actions, and advise on component replacements while complying with safety standards.

The role requires basic electrical and brake system knowledge, frame and door repairs, and experience with trailing equipment. Expect variable hours and onsite work in Chicago, IL.

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