Semi-Trailer Technician: Weekly Pay + Sign-On Bonus

Transportation-Equipment-Network; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Sign-on/Retention bonus

Quarterly bonuses

Health plan

Dental plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401k with match

Job summary

TEN (Transportation Equipment Network) is the North American leader in transportation equipment, trailer leasing, maintenance, and fleet solutions. The Trailer Technician will diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of trailers, including dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and utility trailers, ensuring compliance with DOT and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on mechanical skills, familiarity with braking, electrical, hydraulic, and structural systems, and the ability to use diagnostic

Qualifications

• Experience as a Trailer Technician or similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on trailer repair experience.
• Knowledge of brake, suspension, hydraulics, electrical systems, and DOT requirements.
• Ability to use shop tools, diagnostic equipment, and welding/fabrication tools.
• Ability to lift and handle heavy trailer components.
• Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, and structural issues on trailers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine trailer servicing.
• Repair or replace brake systems, suspensions, axles, landing gear, and wheel-end components.
• Troubleshoot and repair lighting systems, wiring, and electrical components.
• Complete frame, body, and structural repairs, including welding and fabrication.
• Conduct DOT inspections and ensure compliance with standards.
• Document repairs and maintain accurate work orders.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Communicate repair needs with supervisors and team.

Skills

Trailer repair

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Brake systems

Electrical systems

Suspension systems

DOT compliance

Welding

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Job description

TEN (Transportation Equipment Network) is the North American leader in transportation equipment, trailer leasing, maintenance, and fleet solutions. The Trailer Technician will diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of trailers, including dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and utility trailers, ensuring compliance with DOT and safety standards.

The role requires hands-on mechanical skills, familiarity with braking, electrical, hydraulic, and structural systems, and the ability to use diagnostic