Trailer Mechanic

GFL Environmental Inc.; Freeport (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO

Medical plans with HSA

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Tool transport to shop

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to maintain and repair trailers, heavy equipment, and industrial assets, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will document repairs and coordinate with the supervisor to complete tasks efficiently. The role requires 3–5 years of trailer maintenance, knowledge of electrical systems, and welding; you must own your own tools and be able to work 40–50 hours weekly, with overtime and occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of trailer maintenance and repair experience.
• Practical experience with trailer electrical systems and wiring; welding experience is a plus.
• Ownership of personal tools suitable for the position.
• Ability to work 40–50 hours per week, including overtime and occasional Saturdays.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and relevant state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on trailers, including wiring, brakes, wheel seals, electrical systems, ABS issues and welding as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrication, tune-ups, filter replacements, tire rotations, and minor adjustments.
• Complete required paperwork associated with vehicle repairs, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Conduct safety inspections to identify, record, and report equipment deterioration for replacement or repair.
• Maintain accurate, updated preventive maintenance records.
• Assist other mechanics with repairs and projects as assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards, ensuring tools and equipment are in safe operating condition.

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Electrical systems

Welding

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Safety inspections

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Join our dynamic team as a Trailer Mechanic and play a vital role in maintaining and repairing trailers, heavy equipment, and industrial assets to ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance. Your expertise will keep our environmental services fleet in top condition.At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

• 3 weeks PTO annually4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer matchPaid holidays
• We will handle the transport of your tool box to our shopEmployee Assistance Program with free counseling services and more!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on trailers, including wiring, brakes, wheel seals, electrical systems, ABS issues and welding as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrication, tune-ups, filter replacements, tire rotations, and minor adjustments.
• Complete required paperwork associated with vehicle repairs, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Conduct safety inspections to identify, record, and report equipment deterioration for replacement or repair.
• Maintain accurate, updated preventive maintenance records.
• Assist other mechanics with repairs and projects as assigned by the supervisor.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company and OSHA standards, ensuring tools and equipment are in safe operating condition.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of trailer maintenance and repair experience.
• Practical experience with trailer electrical systems and wiring; welding experience is a plus.
• Ownership of personal tools suitable for the position.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to work 40–50 hours per week, including overtime and occasional Saturdays.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and relevant state and federal regulations#GFLTalent

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.