Mechanic II - Full Time - Palmer, AK

Colville, Inc.; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employer HSA contributions

Profit sharing

Stable, full-time work in Palmer

Job summary

Colville Transport in Palmer, AK is seeking a Mechanic II to join our professional shop team. This full-time role focuses on diagnosing and repairing trailers, completing DOT inspections, and maintaining high safety and quality standards.

You will work on tank trailers and heavy-duty systems, with opportunities to weld aluminum, troubleshoot pneumatic issues, and contribute to a stable, year-round operation in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of trailer and/or heavy-duty diesel repair experience.
• Ability to perform intermediate to complex repairs with minimal supervision.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic ability is required.
• Experience with air brakes and suspension systems.
• Welding experience (aluminum preferred).
• ASE certification or diesel technology training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair tank trailers, flatbeds, and heavy-duty trailer systems.
• Perform DOT annual inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Repair brake systems, air systems, suspensions, lighting, wheel seals, and structural components.
• Complete aluminum and steel welding repairs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and pneumatic issues with minimal supervision.
• Work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced shop environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support business operations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic ability

Physically demanding work

Heavy-duty diesel repair

Education

ASE certification or diesel technology training

Tools

Air brake systems

Suspension systems

Welding (aluminum)

Job description

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Mechanic II - Full Time - Palmer, AK

Transport Admin Full-time Regular Palmer, AK, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1361

Trailer Mechanic II

Colville Transport - Palmer, AK

Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Pay | Benefits + Profit Sharing

Are you an experienced trailer mechanic ready for steady, year-round work in a professional shop environment?

Colville Transport is hiring a Mechanic II in Fairbanks to support our growing fleet. If you have strong diagnostic skills, take pride in quality repairs, and want to work for a company that values safety and teamwork - we want to talk to you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Diagnose and repair tank trailers, flatbeds, and heavy-duty trailer systems
• Perform DOT annual inspections and preventative maintenance
• Repair brake systems, air systems, suspensions, lighting, wheel seals, and structural components
• Complete aluminum and steel welding repairs
• Troubleshoot mechanical and pneumatic issues with minimal supervision
• Work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced shop environment
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support business operations.

What You Bring

• 3-5 years of trailer and/or heavy-duty diesel repair experience
• Ability to perform intermediate to complex repairs with minimal supervision
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic ability
• Experience with air brake and suspension systems
• Welding experience (aluminum preferred)
• ASE certification or diesel technology training preferred
• Ability to perform physically demanding work

What You Get

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Employer HSA contributions
• Profit sharing
• Stable, full-time work in Fairbanks

At Colville, we live our values of Family, Safety, and Agility. We invest in good equipment, strong leadership, and skilled mechanics who want to build a long-term career.

Colville is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate.