Tractor & Trailer Safety Inspector: DOT Defect Expert

Crete Carrier Corporation; Wilmer (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Crete Carrier Corporation in Wilmer, TX is seeking a Maintenance Inspector to inspect tractors, trailers, reefers, and tires, and to record defects in the maintenance system. You will communicate issues to drivers and shop personnel to coordinate repairs, while maintaining positive relationships with staff and drivers.

The role requires excellent verbal and written communication, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read and create work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify tractor, trailer, and refer defects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect tractors, trailers, reefers, and tires.
• Record identified defects in the maintenance system.
• Communicate identified defects to the driver and shop personnel to arrange repairs.
• Maintain positive relationships with shop staff and drivers.
• Receive and carry out instructions.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Mechanical aptitude

Identify defects

Analytical skills

Read work orders

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Crete Carrier Corporation in Wilmer, TX is seeking a Maintenance Inspector to inspect tractors, trailers, reefers, and tires, and to record defects in the maintenance system. You will communicate issues to drivers and shop personnel to coordinate repairs, while maintaining positive relationships with staff and drivers.

The role requires excellent verbal and written communication, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read and create work orders.