Trailer Mechanic

Saia Inc.; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 42,361 - 48,560; Full time

Job summary

Saia Inc. is seeking a Trailer Mechanic in Grand Prairie, Texas. The role involves maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing trailers used for transporting goods. Duties include servicing and inspecting equipment while ensuring safety standards are met.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be authorized to work in the United States, and have 2 years of experience preferred. The position offers a pay rate ranging from $30.75 to $35.25 per hour based on experience.

Benefits include a commitment to employee success and recognition of performance.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Read, write, communicate, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Services, inspects, and repairs tractor‑trailers.
• Diagnoses failures and makes repairs on various systems.
• Conducts full inspections of trailers to identify issues.
• Maintains records of all service and maintenance activities.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Position Summary

Maintains, diagnoses, and repairs trailers used for transporting goods.

Major Tasks And Responsibilities

• Services, inspects, and repairs tractor‑trailers.
• Diagnoses failures and makes repairs on mechanical, electrical, and various systems on a trailer.
• Uses hydraulic jacks and hoists to gain access to the underside of trailers.
• Conducts full inspections of trailers to identify any issues.
• Tests trailers after repairs to ensure they are operating without issues.
• Maintains a detailed record of all service and maintenance activities.
• Repairs defective parts such as brakes, tires, axles, wiring, and hydraulic systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co‑workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately review and complete various documents, reports and records required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of trailer mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying of tools, parts, and equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Regular use of hands and arms for handling tools, reaching overhead, and working in tight spaces.
• Ability to climb on, under, and around large trucks and equipment safely.
• Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read gauges, manuals, and perform detailed inspections.
• Adequate hearing (with or without aids) to detect equipment sounds, communicate, and follow safety signals.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay Rate: 30.75 - 35.25 per hour, based on experience

Benefits

At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career. We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.

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.