Mobile Trailer Technician

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced Trailer Technician in New York to diagnose, repair, and maintain Class 8 trailers for DOT compliance and safety. You will perform periodic inspections, repair structural components, and manage work orders on mobile devices while delivering strong customer service.

The role requires 3+ years' experience, valid CDL, own tools, and the ability to lift heavy loads. You will work both on the road and in-yard, with liability for inventory management and parts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience repairing Commercial Class 8 Trailers.
• Experience performing annual federal inspections and brake inspections.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record and no suspensions.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Comfortable using computers for billing and work orders.
• Follows verbal and written work orders to stay on track with daily repairs.
• Confident explaining a diagnosis over the phone and advising customer on repairs.
• Self-motivated with strong organization and planning skills.
• Ability to do structural body work is a must.
• Experience with stick welding.
• Have your own tools.
• Certifications are a plus: EPA 608/609/Universal & ASE.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, inspect, and repair Class 8 trailers.Perform trailer patchwork and minor structural repairs.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and DOT inspections; service tires, hubs, axles, and other parts.
• Write work orders and open/close repair orders on a company device for mobile road calls and in-yard work.
• Test systems for performance and ensure DOT safety compliance.
• Manage service truck inventory and source parts from local vendors.
• Complete inspection reports and DOT documentation accurately and on time.
• Deliver strong customer service and report findings to management.

Skills

Class 8 trailer repair

Federal inspections

Structural body work

Stick welding

Customer service

Tools

Work order systems

Mobile devices

Parts sourcing

Job description

• • Diagnose, inspect, and repair Class 8 trailers, including brakes, electrical, hydraulic, lift-gate, and suspension systems
• • Perform trailer patchwork and minor structural repairs as needed
• • Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections; service and replace tires, hubs, axles, and other parts
• • Write work orders and open/close repair orders on a company device for mobile road calls and in-yard work
• • Test systems for performance and ensure trailers meet DOT safety requirements
• • Manage service truck inventory and source parts from local vendors
• • Complete inspection reports and DOT documentation accurately and on time
• • Deliver strong customer service and report findings to management

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience repairing Commercial Class 8 Trailers.
• Experienced in performing annual federal inspections and brake inspections.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record & no suspensions.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.
• Comfortable working with Computers for billing and work orders.
• Follows verbal and written work orders to stay on track with daily repairs.
• Confident explaining a diagnosis over the phone and helping the customer decide next steps on repairs.
• Self-motivated with excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ability to do Structural Body Work is a Must.
• Experience with stick welding.
• Your own tools.
• Certifications are a plus | EPA 608/609/Universal & ASE.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing, inspecting, and repairing Class 8 trailers, including performing federal inspections and ensuring compliance with DOT safety requirements. Proficient in managing service truck inventory and delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining accurate documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Class 8 Trailer Repair
• Federal Inspections
• Structural Body Work
• Stick Welding
• Customer Service

Hard Skills

• Trailer Repair
• Preventive Maintenance
• DOT Inspections
• Brake Inspections
• Electrical Systems
• Hydraulic Systems
• Suspension Systems
• Patchwork Repairs
• Performance Testing
• Parts Sourcing

Soft Skills

• Organization
• Planning
• Communication
• Self-Motivation
• Customer Interaction

Certifications & Qualifications

• EPA 608
• EPA 609
• Universal Certification
• ASE Certification

Industry Keywords

• Commercial Trailers
• DOT Safety Requirements
• Repair Orders
• Inspection Reports
• Heavy-Duty Vehicles

Tools & Technologies

• Work Order Systems
• Mobile Devices
• Service Truck Inventory Management