Trailer Mechanic

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a Trailer Mechanic in El Paso, TX, to diagnose, repair, and maintain mechanical and electrical trailer systems. The role involves brake/suspension work, welding, electrical fixes, preventative maintenance, and using diagnostic tools in an outdoor environment.

Candidate must pass drug testing, have a valid driver license, and be able to work flexible hours with a strong safety mindset. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments year-round.
• Valid driver license; pass pre-employment drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Inventory trailers at the terminal at beginning of workday.
• Conduct monthly inspections of all trailers and record findings.
• Identify and prioritize repairs based on delivery demands (mechanical, electrical, structural).
• Inspect tires and monitor wear; maximize tire life.
• Operate/maintain small fleet equipment (forklifts, UTVs, golf cart).
• Inspect railcar track gauge and stability to prevent derailments.
• Manage time to adapt to changing schedules.
• Work well solo or in teams; keep tools and PPE in good order.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Flexible hours

Teamwork

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Trailer Mechanic - $20.00/HOUR

A company in Central El Paso needs a Trailer Mechanic.A Trailer Mechanic diagnoses, repairs, and maintains mechanical and electrical systems on trailers (dry vans, flatbeds, reefers, chassis) ensuring safety and compliance, involving tasks like brake/suspension work, welding, electrical fixes, preventative maintenance, and using diagnostic tools, requiring physical stamina, a valid driver's license, and often technical training or experience.

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

• Inventory trailers at the terminal at beginning of workday.
• Conduct monthly inspections (30/60/90 day and annual) of all trailers and record findings.
• Identify and prioritize repairs (scheduled/unanticipated) based on the delivery demands. Repairs will include mechanical, structural, and electrical work on brakes, suspension, air lines, replacement of product/chemical valves (internal/external), replacement of faulty lighting/reflectors,
• Inspect tires and monitor wear for irregularities to maximize tire life.
• Refuel (weekly) each of four towable air compressors.
• Keep a small fleet of equipment (2 forklifts, 1 Kubota UTV, 1 electric golf cart) running well.
• Inspect railroad track gauge (width) and stability to ensure railcars don’t derail.
• Manage time well to accomplish tasks as schedules change.
• Work well with others in a team environment or by themselves as needed.
• Need to keep tools and equipment in good working order.
• Be willing to accomplish other duties assigned all while wearing the proper PPE for the task.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pass pre-employment/random drug testing, as well as background investigation.
• Commitment to company safety policies and procedures.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Able to work in an outdoor environment year-round.
• Possess a valid driver license.
• Must have a stable work history.
• Able to work flexible hours.
• Self-starter that can solve problems independently.
• Occasionally work more than 8 hours as needed.
• Be mechanical or logical in a thought process of product and air flow.
• Must display accuracy with letter and number combinations.
• Basic smartphone and computer skills.

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