Tanker Trailer Mechanic

United Petroleum Transports; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

United Petroleum Transports is hiring for a maintenance position in Odessa, Texas. The role involves promoting safety, preparing repair orders, and completing records in compliance with company policies.

Preferred qualifications include ASE Brake certifications and the ability to prioritize tasks. Work is conducted in a shop environment, requiring ability to lift and stand for extended periods.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent is required.
• ASE Brake certification is preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety in all actions.
• Prepare repair orders per company policy.
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance Supervisor.

Skills

Technical knowledge of components

Good interpersonal skills

Basic mechanical skills

Education

High School education or equivalent

ASE Brake certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Promote safety in all actions
• Prepare repair orders as per company policy
• Work effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision
• Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements
• Comply with and continuously update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards regarding personal safety when performing maintenance operations on tractor and/or trailers, maintaining an environment of cleanliness and safety within the shop, and disposal of all waste products, both hazardous and non-hazardous
• Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required
• Carries out duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager as required

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent
• ASE Brake certification obtained within first 180 days of employment (preferred)
• ASE certifications preferred
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Self-starter with detail-oriented work habits
• Meet qualification requirement under Section 396.19 of the FMSR to perform vehicle inspections
• Meet qualification requirement under Section 396.25 of the FMSR to perform brake maintenance/repairs
• Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical knowledge to properly treat components such as air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheels, and springs (some exceeding 100 lbs)
• Perform inspections on specification cargo tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector
• Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as needed within safety, regulatory and company standards
• Display professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with a wide range of individuals
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules
• Basic mechanical skills
• Knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standards
• Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods on a concrete floor
• Repeatedly reach above shoulder level many times daily, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions
• Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds

Working Conditions

• Normal shop environment with concrete floors
• Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfaces