Tractor Mechanic

Prime Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Insurance

Paid time off

Onsite gym and daycare

Job summary

Prime, Inc. is hiring for full‑time mechanic roles at all levels. The position trains you in maintenance and repairs across a variety of equipment, with opportunities to specialize in Tractor or Trailer maintenance or rebuilds.

This role requires lifting up to 100 lbs, lifting and carrying tools, and the ability to work on nights with a rotating schedule. A valid driver’s license and a GED or high school diploma are preferred; prior experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED or mechanical experience.
• Must be able to acquire basic hand tools and a toolbox by end of training; tool program offered up to $1,500 with 2-year commitment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair Prime's equipment.
• Use welding and cutting tools to repair or modify parts.
• Perform DOT inspections and handle heavy equipment; lift up to 100 lbs and push/pull 50 lbs.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Driver's license

Ability to lift 100 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Prime, Inc. is one of America’s largest trucking operations which means we are critical in getting products delivered on time for about every industry you can think of. The work we do means your families can shop for groceries, get online orders, and have the supplies you need for projects at home. But we need your help to make it happen. We are immediately hiring for full time mechanic roles - entry level to experienced. This role is critical in keeping our operation running so that supplies get delivered.

Benefits

We know our people work hard to make us the best, so we offer them the best benefits. We have everything you'd expect from a leader (401k, insurance, time off), plus

• Gym, personal trainers & basketball court onsite
• Onsite daycare
• Onsite salon & spa, café, & doctor's office
• Tuition reimbursement & discount at Bethel University for associates & dependents
• Free College Certificate Program for aspiring managers
• Growth opportunities in a promote from within culture to other shops to diversify skills, Road Assist, or Operations departments
• Up to 160 vacation hours per year
• Unlimited overtime
• Average pay $75,000 - based on performance & bonuses
• Top 20% of earners make over $87,000
• 401k match - 80% on first 5%

Summary

In this role we will train you to be a great mechanic. We hire all levels of technicians. Your day to day will be on your feet doing maintenance and mechanical repairs to a variety of equipment.

Our techs have the option of going into a few different specialties - Tractor Maintenance, Trailer Maintenance and Trailer Rebuild. We will talk with you to see what is the best fit.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair Prime's equipmen
• Use some welding and cutting tools to repair, modify or adjust parts
• Perform DOT Inspection
• This job works with heavy equipment, so you'll need to be able to lift and carry 100lbs and push and pull 50lbs

Shifts

Nights

Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday with every other Wednesday off on both shifts

530pm to 530am

• Training will be during the day.

This schedule means you work 78 days less than your typical Monday - Friday job, which allows you to spend more time with your family & friends

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); OR mechanical experience
• You must be able to acquire basic hand tools and a toolbox by the end of the training period. We offer a tool program for up to $1,500 in free tools for new hires with a 2 year commitment to Prime.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Tractor mechanic, diesel mechanic, HVAC, lube technician or automotive technician experience would be great, but not needed. We are committed to training you if you have no experience.

Are you interested in joining the Prime family? No matter what you are looking for, there is a place for you here.