Trailer Mechanic

SA Recycling; East Point (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical plans: Dental, Vision, Life

401k with Company Match

Weekly Pay

Uniforms and PPE

Job summary

SA Recycling is seeking a trailer mechanic in the United States (GA East Point) to maintain and repair trailer components, including axles, tires, brakes, and electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have DOT certifications and prior trailer mechanic experience.

The role focuses on preventative maintenance, brake and electrical system repairs, and chassis component replacements, with welding certification and bilingual abilities considered a plus.

Qualifications

• DOT certification required.
• FHWA brake and safety inspections qualification preferred.
• Welding certification is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Pre-employment medical, physical, background and drug screen required.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish a plus.
• Trade school or equivalent experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and repair of trailers to DOT standards.
• Replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, and related parts.
• Repair electrical and lighting systems on trailers.
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, hangers, axles and sub-frames.
• Service and repair flooring, doors, and door trim.
• Repair roofs, panels, rails and related components.

Skills

DOT certification

Trailer mechanic experience

Safety-conscious

Good communication

Education

Mechanic trade school

High school diploma or GED

Job description

MUST HAVE DOT Certifications for this position. Our ideal candidate should have previous experience as a trailer mechanic.

The trailer mechanic focuses specifically on the maintenance and repair of trailer components, including the trailer's axles, tires, brakes, and electrical systems.

Job Duties will include but not limited to:

• Preventative maintenance and repair all systems on Trailers to meet the standards set forth by DOT
• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races and associated parts
• Repair electrical and lighting systems
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, and sub frames
• Repair mud flap brackets and dolly leg assembles
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim
• Repair roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails
• Experience and knowledge to repair of trailer components, including the trailer's axles, tires, brakes, and electrical systems etc

Key Certifications and Compliance Qualifications:

• Mechanic DOT certification required
• Automotive Service Excellence credentials
• Qualification under 48 CFR to perform annual Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) brake and safety inspections
• Welding Certification
• Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
• Must pass a pre employment medical physical background and drug screen
• Ability to communicate with others effective; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills
• Mechanic trade school or equivalent work experience
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Scrap yard, large equipment metal processing area
• Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, electrical Safety equipment, hand tools, and PPE specialized for electricians.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate,
• Work Capacity: Mechanic Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, twisting

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Safety and Profitability Bonuses

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.