Tank Trailer Service Technician

Dairy Farmers of America; Portales (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SEMO Tank, owned by Dairy Farmers of America, is seeking a skilled trailer repair technician. You will perform cutting, welding, fitting, grinding, and fabricating operations to repair and modify tank trailers and related parts.

Expect to work with fabricating equipment, read engineering drawings, and repair air brake and suspension systems. The role requires welding experience (MIG/TIG), ability to lift heavy parts, and willingness to work overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical/vocational training or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in TIG and MIG welding.
• Welding stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel.
• Knowledge of air-operated brake systems and suspension.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform cutting, aligning, fitting and welding for repairs/modification of trailers.
• Grind and polish to 3A standards when required.
• Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings.
• Set up and operate fabricating machines (rolls, brakes, drills, grinders, shears).
• Repair air brake and suspension systems; inspect and maintain DOT standards.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work area; follow PPE protocols.

Skills

Clear communication

Team player

Follow directions

Tool operation

MIG/TIG/STICK welding

Read technical docs

Independent worker

Confined spaces

Lift 70+ lbs

Overtime

Overnight travel

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/vocational training

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

SEMO Tank (owned by Dairy Farmers of America) sells, leases, and repairs tank trailers and offers a vast inventory of related parts for resale.

General Purpose

This position is responsible for performing all types of tank trailer repair including but not limited to mechanical repair, welding, grinding, polishing, cutting, and fabricating operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform cutting, aligning, fitting, and welding operations for repairs/modification or design related to new and used equipment.
• Perform grinding and polishing to 3A standards when required
• Locate and mark work piece cutting, allowing for welding shrinkage, stock thickness, and any other component specifications
• Locate and mark bending lines allowing for machine stretching, stock thickness, and any other component specifications
• Lay out and examine metalwork pieces or stock to be processed to make sure that client specifications are met
• Set up and operate fabricating machines, such as rolls, brakes, drill presses, grinders, and shears, to cut, form, drill, bend, and punch
• Perform repairs to air brake and suspension systems
• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance and general repairs to company and DOT standards
• Read and interpret engineering and assembly drawings
• Attend departmental training, such as safety and equipment training
• Handle, position, move, and install materials using arms and hands and manipulating things
• Apply sufficient strength and physical dexterity to perform duties and responsibilities of this job
• Always wear PPE and observe health, safety and environmental policies
• Keep track of materials used to maintain inventory control
• Properly record time spent and material used on daily work sheets
• Appropriately dispose of damaged materials
• Label and store salvage parts for future reinstallation
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly working area
• Furnish personal hand tools
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical/vocational school graduation, equivalent apprenticeship or work experience preferred
  • experience in TIG and MIG welding
  • experience in welding stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel
  • experience with mechanical assembly
  • general knowledge of air-operated brake systems
  • general knowledge of air and spring ride suspension systems
  • general knowledge of ABS and diagnostics
• Certification and/or License - N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Able to communicate clearly and effectively
• Able to work well with others
• Able to follow directions
• Able to operate required tools and equipment
• Able to perform basic welding for repair and fabrication (mig/tig/stick)
• Able to read and understand technical manuals, procedural documentation, assembly drawings, etc.
• Able to perform tasks and duties without constant supervision
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Able to lift over 70 lbs.
• Able to work overtime
• May occasionally require overnight travel
• Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans