Night Shift Trailer Mechanic: Refrigeration & Electrical

Alex Lee; Northlakes (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Alex Lee is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to perform skilled maintenance and repair on refrigerated and dry trailers. The role includes night shift hours (Sun-Wed, 9pm–7am) and requires strong diagnostic and welding skills, plus ASE certifications and carrier-thermo-king training.

You will work under the Fleet Maintenance Manager, use a work order system, and participate in safety orientations. This position may require other tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 5–10 years hands-on diagnosis and repair of trailers.
• ASE certification in Air Brakes and Suspension is required.
• Refrigeration Carrier–Thermo King training is preferred.
• Electrical repair and diagnosis experience.
• Carrier and Thermo-King certification.
• Preventive maintenance training.
• Welding proficiency in stick or MIG for steel and aluminum.
• CDL is preferred.
• Able to bend, twist, and lift up to 100+ lbs and pass lifting tests.
• Work under Fleet Maintenance Manager direction and bring own basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in Air Brake and Suspension maintenance.
• Maintain refrigeration units and perform preventative maintenance.
• Welding or structural repair on trailer frames and panels as needed.
• Replace flooring, roof, and side panels of trailers.
• Repair trailer doors, wiring, and lights; troubleshoot electrical issues.
• Attend training sessions as assigned by management.
• Use company work order system to track assignments and time.
• Assist other trailer mechanics as needed.
• Follow site safety orientation and plant rules.

Skills

Hands-on diagnostics

Welding

Electrical diagnosis

Multiple priorities

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

ASE Certification – Air Brakes

ASE Certification – Suspension

Carrier/Thermo King training

Carrier/Thermo-King certified

CDL preferred

Job description

Alex Lee is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to perform skilled maintenance and repair on refrigerated and dry trailers. The role includes night shift hours (Sun-Wed, 9pm–7am) and requires strong diagnostic and welding skills, plus ASE certifications and carrier-thermo-king training.

You will work under the Fleet Maintenance Manager, use a work order system, and participate in safety orientations. This position may require other tasks as assigned by management.