Mobile Trailer Technician

Florida Utility Trailers Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Florida Utility Trailers Inc is seeking a Mobile Technician to perform on-site service and repairs for semi trailers and related equipment from our Hialeah, FL location. You will operate from a company-provided service truck and travel locally to customer sites, focusing on minimizing downtime for clients.

This hands-on role requires field experience, strong troubleshooting, and clear communication with dispatch and customers.

Qualifications

• Experience performing mechanical repairs in a field/mobile environment (trailers, heavy‑duty, fleet, or equipment repair).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently.
• Customer‑first mindset with professional communication.
• Ability to prioritize multiple calls and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Respond to mobile service calls for trailer repairs and diagnostics.
• Inspect and troubleshoot issues and plan efficient repairs.
• Perform repairs on air/brake, electrical, suspension, doors, and related trailer components.
• Document work orders with labor/parts clearly.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to dispatchers and customers.
• Maintain service truck cleanliness and inventory; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Field service

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Time management

Job description

Description

Florida Utility Trailers – Hialeah is hiring a Mobile Technician to perform on-site service and repairs for semi trailers and related equipment. This role is ideal for a hands-on tech who enjoys field work, problem-solving, and helping customers minimize downtime. You’ll operate from our Hialeah branch in a company-provided service truck and travel locally to customer sites.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to mobile service calls for trailer-related repairs and diagnostics
• Inspect and troubleshoot issues and determine the most efficient repair plan
• Perform repairs such as:
• Air/brake systems (lines, chambers, valves, leaks, adjustments)
• Electrical/lighting (wiring, connectors, lamps, ABS troubleshooting basics)
• Suspension and running gear (springs, hangers, torque arms, alignment checks)
• Doors, roll-up components, landing gear, mudflaps, rails, and other trailer hardware
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and DOT-style checks as needed
• Document work performed (labor/parts/notes) accurately and submit completed work orders
• Communicate clearly with dispatch/service advisors and customers on findings and repair recommendations
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and inventory on the service truck
• Follow safety procedures and company policies at all times

What We’re Looking For

• Experience performing mechanical repairs in a field/mobile environment (trailers, heavy‑duty, fleet, or equipment repair)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently
• Customer‑first mindset with professional communication
• Ability to prioritize multiple calls and manage time efficiently

Requirements

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical work (bending, kneeling, climbing around trailers)
• Basic computer/tablet skills for work orders and documentation
• Ability to pass pre‑employment screening consistent with company policy

Preferred (Nice to Have)

• Trailer experience (dry van, reefer, flatbed, chassis)
• Brake and electrical diagnostics experience
• Welding/fabrication experience
• CDL (not required)

Schedule & Location

• Full‑time position based out of Hialeah, FL
• Local travel to customer sites; overtime may be available depending on workload

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• mobile trailer repair: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road