Trailer mechanic

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,983 - 47,182; Full time

Job summary

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC is seeking a maintenance technician to service and repair diesel tractors, trailers and related equipment. You will diagnose failures and perform mechanical and electrical repairs on class 6–8 trucks, using specialized tools and equipment to keep our fleet on the road.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and working knowledge of hand tools repairs on heavy trucks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Working knowledge of hand tool repairs on class 6-8 trucks.
• Experience with diesel-powered tractors and trailers is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain diesel tractors, trailers, and forklifts.
• Diagnose failures and perform mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Maintain records of repairs, parts, and schedules.
• Follow safety protocols while handling heavy equipment.

Skills

Hand tool repairs

Diesel mechanics

Diagnostics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy truck repair equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Collaborates with business partners to learn skills required to maintain, repair, and overhaul trailers and equipment.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains systems and parts associated with class 6, 7, and 8 diesel-powered tractors, trailers, and forklifts.
• Diagnoses failures and makes repairs on mechanical, electrical, and other vehicles.
• Operates and uses specialized equipment.
• Uses hydraulic jacks to lift heavy trucks and cars to perform maintenance work underneath the vehicles.
• Troubleshoots and repairs heavy truck engines, braking, electrical, cooling, and exhaust systems.
• Assists in maintaining accurate records of repairs, schedules, and parts inventory.
• Follows safety protocols and procedures when handling heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Working knowledge of hand tool repairs on class 6, 7, and 8 trucks.

Pay Rate

$29.75 - $34.25 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and great benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.