Trailer Mechanic

Roadrunner; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Trailer Mechanic to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring trailers are safe and roadworthy by performing maintenance, repairs, and inspections. Your expertise in diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues will be crucial in maintaining operational efficiency. This position offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will directly impact safety and performance standards. If you are passionate about mechanics and eager to grow your career with a company committed to excellence, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

PTO

Paid Holidays

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Qualifications

• 1 year mechanical knowledge required.
• Welding and fabrication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose trailer issues.
• Repair and replace trailer components.
• Perform routine maintenance and ensure safety standards.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Mechanical knowledge

Welding and fabrication skills

Basic electrical diagnosis and repair

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description Summary

As a Trailer Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance, repair, and inspection tasks on trailers to ensure they are safe, efficient, and roadworthy. Your primary duties will include diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and structural issues, repairing or replacing damaged components, conducting routine inspections, and providing expert recommendations on trailer upkeep. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are key to ensuring that trailers meet safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Job Description Summary

As a Trailer Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance, repair, and inspection tasks on trailers to ensure they are safe, efficient, and roadworthy. Your primary duties will include diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and structural issues, repairing or replacing damaged components, conducting routine inspections, and providing expert recommendations on trailer upkeep. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are key to ensuring that trailers meet safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Critical Job Functions

• Inspect and diagnose trailer issues
• Repair and replace trailer components
• Perform routine Maintenance
• Electrical and brake systems repair
• Frame and structural repairs
• Test and ensure safety standards
• Keep updated on industry standards
• Ensure a safe work environment
  
  

Job Requirements

• High school or equivalent (Required).
• Problem solving skills
• Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required).
• Welding and fabrication skills
• Basic electrical diagnosis and repair.
• Floor and wall repair.
• Foundation brake system diagnosis and repair.
• Door repair – both roll and swing doors.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Activities:
• Work may require heavy lifting up, stooping, climbing, prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, and working with or in areas where a potential could exist for exposure to physical, chemical, or biological agents.
• Employee use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for some situations.
• PPE includes but is not limited to head, foot, torso, respiratory, vision, and hearing protective devices.
• Must comply with all Fire and Safety Regulations and company policies.
  
  

• Work Environment:
• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise.
• May be required to drive service van to off-site locations and perform work.
• Exposure to climate conditions of the geographic area.
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints or other irritants.
• Hours may vary due to operational need.
  

Compensation

• The estimated compensation for this role is $28.00 per hour.
  
  

Job Location:

• Dallas, TX
  
  

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k
  
  

Roadrunner Freight is building something special with great people, a winning culture and a differentiated service offering in the marketplace. Join us today to grow your career!

We will not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters or recruiting agencies. Thank you!

Summary

Additional Requirements:

Roadrunner’s Smart Long Haul is revolutionizing the industry with significant investments in technology, a culture of continuous improvement, and intelligent and efficient direct routing. A Top 100 Trucking company by Inbound Logistics and a Top Tier Service Carrier by Mastio, Roadrunner is an LTL industry leader on the rise.

As a long-haul, metro-to-metro LTL carrier, Roadrunner offers more direct routes than any other nationwide Less-than-Truckload carrier in the United States. With a nationwide presence, terminals across 40+ markets, and more than $400 million in revenue, the company’s Smart Long-Haul Network is the preferred choice for shippers looking to move freight quickly and reliably.

Roadrunner is growing and looking for a highly motivated Trailer Mechanic to join our winning team. If you are results driven and looking for a rapidly growing company with high growth and earnings potential, apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Truck Transportation

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