Mobile Fleet Trailer Technician — DOT & Field Service

Pomp's Tire Service, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Labor commissions

Overtime pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Pomp's Tire Service, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Fleet Mobile Maintenance Technician to perform detailed trailer inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs. This role travels to customer locations using a company-provided mobile service vehicle to ensure fleet safety and DOT compliance.

The position requires diesel mechanical knowledge, experience with semi-trailers, and welding skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company

Qualifications

• Diesel mechanical knowledge/experience required.
• Experience working on semi-trailers or heavy-duty trailers required.
• Strong understanding of air brake systems and trailer components.
• Ability to perform DOT trailer inspections (certification preferred).
• Trailer repair and maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• Welding and fabrication skills required.
• Ability to work independently in a mobile environment and respond to service calls.
• Ability to use basic hand tools, air tools, welding equipment, and other essential service tools.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform DOT annual inspections and comprehensive trailer safety inspections.
• Conduct fleet readiness checks to identify maintenance issues.
• Complete multi-point inspections on trailer systems (structural, braking, suspension, lighting).
• Diagnose and repair trailer brake systems (air components, drums, leaks).
• Service suspension systems (leaf springs, hangers, air ride).
• Perform electrical diagnostics and repairs (lighting, wiring).
• Complete structural/fabrication repairs (cross-members, floors, landing gear).
• Repair trailer components (doors, hinges, lift gates, mud flaps, safety gear).
• Prioritize safety repairs to ensure DOT compliance and minimize out-of-service time.
• Document findings, work performed, parts used, and labor time clearly on work orders.
• Communicate results and recommendations with service advisors and management.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and service vehicle.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in shop and mobile settings.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by the manager.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Trailer maintenance

DOT inspections

Electrical diagnostics

Welding

Mobile service

Tool usage

Tools

Welding equipment

Air tools

Hand tools

Job description

Pomp's Tire Service, Inc. in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Fleet Mobile Maintenance Technician to perform detailed trailer inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs. This role travels to customer locations using a company-provided mobile service vehicle to ensure fleet safety and DOT compliance.

The position requires diesel mechanical knowledge, experience with semi-trailers, and welding skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company