Trailer Mechanic

Mauser Packaging Solutions; Cannon Falls (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k)

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays a year

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions in Minnesota is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to keep our private fleet trailers and equipment safe and road‑ready through inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs.

You’ll inspect, diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components, operate our maintenance system, and assist with parts purchasing. A valid CDL and 4 years of fleet trailer maintenance experience are preferred; ASE is a plus. Competitive hourly pay and strong benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 4 years of fleet trailer maintenance and repair experience (Up to 2 years can be credited for technical training or schooling).
• Working knowledge of FMCSRs and DOT compliance requirements
• Air brake certification
• Familiarity with OEM and component diagnostic software
• Your own hand tools (½” drive and under). We’ll provide diagnostic tools and major shop equipment.
• ASE certification is a plus, but not required
• A valid driver’s license (CDL Class A preferred, but not mandatory)

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on trailers, converter dollies, light‑duty vehicles, and other company equipment—always following federal, state, and local requirements.
• Complete a variety of routine maintenance tasks on trailers, such as PM inspections, FHWA inspections, and general repairs and maintenance.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components on trailers.
• Use our maintenance system to create, update, and complete work orders and vehicle maintenance records.
• Help with purchasing, receiving, and tracking parts—and make sure they’re properly charged to the right work orders.
• Pitch in with general cleaning and shop upkeep.

Skills

Fleet trailer maintenance

DOT/FMCSA compliance

Air brake certification

OEM diagnostic software familiarity

Hand tools ownership (personal)

Tools

OEM diagnostic software

Job description

Job Description

Join Mauser Packaging Solutions as a Trailer Mechanic

If you like keeping equipment running smoothly and take pride in doing things the right way, you’ll fit right in with Mauser Packaging Solutions’ Private Fleet team. As a Trailer Mechanic, you’ll help make sure our trailers and equipment stay safe, reliable, and ready for the road through inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance.

Mauser Packaging Solutions is a global leader in packaging solutions, serving industries from food and personal care to paints and chemicals. When you join us, you are part of a team that plays an important role in keeping essential products moving around the world.

What Your Day Will Look Like

In this role, you’ll:

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance on trailers, converter dollies, light‑duty vehicles, and other company equipment—always following federal, state, and local requirements.
• Complete a variety of routine maintenance tasks on trailers, such as PM inspections, FHWA inspections, and general repairs and maintenance.
• Diagnose, repair, and replace electrical components on trailers.
• Use our maintenance system to create, update, and complete work orders and vehicle maintenance records.
• Help with purchasing, receiving, and tracking parts—and make sure they’re properly charged to the right work orders.
• Pitch in with general cleaning and shop upkeep.

What It’s Like To Work Here

• Supportive team – Everyone here plays a key role. If you need a hand, someone’s got your back.
• Great pay – Your work matters, and we compensate accordingly.
• Real work/life balance – Need to adjust your schedule for a family commitment or personal situation? We’ll do our best to make it happen.
• Excellent benefits – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k); paid vacation; 11 paid holidays a year; and more. We take care of our people.

What You’ll Need

• 4 years of fleet trailer maintenance and repair experience (Up to 2 years can be credited for technical training or schooling.)
• Working knowledge of FMCSRs and DOT compliance requirements
• Air brake certification
• Familiarity with OEM and component diagnostic software
• Your own hand tools (½” drive and under). We’ll provide diagnostic tools and major shop equipment.
• ASE certification is a plus, but not required
• A valid driver’s license (CDL Class A preferred, but not mandatory)

The pay range for this position is $30-$35 an hour.

Mauser Packaging Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, paid time off, and other competitive benefits.

About Us

Do you want to work with people who are dedicated to innovation and making the world a better place? Do you want to build a career with a company that provides opportunities for growth and development?

Mauser Packaging Solutions is that company.

Our mission is to help our customers achieve better sustainability with their packaging. And we do that by giving our people the opportunity to do important work, solve interesting problems and be part of a diverse, forward-looking team.

At Mauser Packaging Solutions, you can be proud to work for a company that’s always striving to innovate and serve customers better—and help them be better stewards of the environment.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional—or just beginning your career—there’s a place where you can help make a difference at Mauser Packaging Solutions. Join us!

Mauser Packaging Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.