Mobile Trailer Technician

Jobtailor; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced trailer technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain Class 8 trailers at our Rochester, MN facility. You will handle brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems, lift-gate mechanisms, and suspensions, while performing preventive maintenance and DOT inspections.

You’ll write and manage repair orders, test systems for performance, and ensure DOT compliance. Strong customer service and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 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 is helpful.
• Own tools are helpful.

Responsibilities

• 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 parts such as tires, hubs, and axles.
• 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.

Skills

Class 8 Trailer Repair

DOT Inspections

Structural Body Work

Stick Welding

Customer Service

Electrical Systems

Education

EPA 608

EPA 609

Universal Certification

ASE Certification

Tools

Service Truck

Mobile Device for Work Orders

Computer for Billing

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 parts such as tires, hubs, and axles
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 is helpful
• Own tools are helpful
• Certifications are a plus: EPA 608/609/Universal & ASE

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing, inspecting, and repairing Class 8 trailers, including performing preventive maintenance and ensuring compliance with DOT safety requirements. Proficient in managing service truck inventory and delivering exceptional customer service while accurately completing inspection reports and documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

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

Hard Skills

• Trailer Repair
• Preventive Maintenance
• Brake Inspection
• Electrical Systems
• Hydraulic Systems
• Lift-Gate Systems
• Suspension Systems
• Work Order Management
• Parts Replacement
• Inspection Reporting

Soft Skills

• Self-Motivated
• Excellent Organization
• Planning Skills
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

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

Industry Keywords

• Commercial Trailers
• DOT Safety Requirements
• Federal Inspections
• Repair Orders
• Inventory Management

Tools & Technologies

• Service Truck
• Mobile Device for Work Orders
• Computer for Billing