Shop Manager

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Health Savings Account contributions

401k with company match

Company paid life insurance

Long Term Disability

Dependents Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Wellness programs

Paid Holidays

Paid vacation

Weekly direct payroll deposits

Safety and Performance Rewards Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

A clean, safe working environment

Paid clock hours

Uniforms provided

Modern private fleet

Job summary

AAA Cooper Transportation, Inc. is seeking a skilled maintenance technician at our service center. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, electrical troubleshooting, brake and tire work, and minor diesel engine repairs on tractors and trailers to keep our fleet safe and reliable.

Applicants should read and interpret precision instruments, operate welding tools, and follow DOT safety rules. Travel to multiple locations and attendance at training sessions are required; pass DOT drug

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 21 years or older (implied by role).
• Valid Class A CDL with hazardous and double/triple endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Bumper to bumper preventive maintenance service and/or repair to tractors and trailers.
• Preventive maintenance inspections and electrical troubleshooting.
• Brake system repair, tire maintenance, and minor diesel engine repair.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance and comply with safety rules.

Skills

Reading and writing English

Basic computer skills

Willing to travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical test tools

Welder/torch usage

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

AAA Cooper Transportation, founded in 1955, is a privately held asset based multi-regional trucking company providing less-than-truckload, truck load, dedicated contract carriage, brokerage and international services. With directly operated facilities in the Southeast, Southwest, Midwest and Puerto Rico and partners carriers with coverage into Canada, Mexico and across the globe, AAA Cooper Transportation can service nearly all transportation needs.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account contributions

• 401k with company match

• Company paid life insurance

• Long Term Disability

• Dependent Life Insurance

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Wellness programs

• Paid Holidays

• Paid vacation

• Weekly direct payroll deposits

• Safety and Performance Rewards Program

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

• Employee Assistance Program

Additional Benefits

• A clean, safe working environment

• Paid clock hours

• Uniforms provided

• Working on a modern/well maintained private fleet

Responsibilities

• Bumper to bumper preventive maintenance service and/or repair to tractors and trailers

• Preventive maintenance inspections

• Electrical trouble shooting

• Brake system repair

• Tire maintenance

• Minor diesel engine repair

• Air conditioning system repair

• Maintaining accurate records relating to the maintenance of vehicles

• Performing other work related duties as assigned

• Performing all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations governing the job

Pay Range

Pay Range: -

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 21 years or older

• Valid Class A CDL drivers' license with hazardous and double/triple endorsements

• 2 years experience on truck and trailer repair

• Ability to diagnose any mechanical, electrical, or other breakdown failure in a truck tractor, trailer or dolly

• Working knowledge of most systems of a truck tractor, trailer and dolly

• Be able to read precision instruments including, but not limited to dial indicators, bolt meters and electronic diagnostic tools

• Be able to use a welder or torch

• Be familiar with proper procedures for handling hazardous materials

• Read, write, speak and understand English well

• Possess basic computer skills

• Be willing to travel to various locations to maintain equipment

• Be willing to attend training sessions

• Pass DOT pre-employment drug screen, background check and DOT physical

• Pass ACT road test

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to move, operate, lift and store equipment including but not limited to welders, hand tools, shop machines and power tools

• Must be able to complete repairs that may require bending, twisting, climbing, squatting and stretching

• Spend up to 90% of the day standing and/or walking on surfaces such as concrete, wood, or metal

• Hook/unhook various commercial vehicle combinations, manually lower and raise landing gear, operate the fifth wheel release lever, and open and close the cargo door

Category: Service Center Leadership