Trailer Mechanic

Saia; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a trailer mechanic in Grand Prairie, TX to maintain, diagnose, and repair trailers used for transporting goods. You will inspect and service tractor-trailers, diagnose failures, and perform repairs on mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems while keeping detailed service records.

The role requires at least a high school diploma, eligibility to work in the United States, and the ability to read and communicate in English. It offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years trailer mechanic experience preferred.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software is a plus.
• Ability to read, write and understand English to perform job duties.

Responsibilities

• Services, inspects, and repairs tractor-trailers.
• Diagnoses failures and repairs mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Uses hydraulic jacks and hoists to access trailer undersides.
• Conducts full trailer inspections to identify issues.
• Tests trailers after repairs to ensure proper operation.
• Maintains detailed service and maintenance records.
• Repairs defective parts such as brakes, tires, axles, wiring, and hydraulics.

Skills

Trailer mechanic experience

English communication

Reading and writing English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You'll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You'll feel it in the support you get on day one - from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity - from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it's exactly what going further is all about.

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

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

• 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.

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.

Make Your Move

At Saia, our people are the reason we've been successful for over a century in the industry. Together, we've created a positive culture that’s driven by our core values - like dignity and respect, a customer-first approach, safety and more. With hundreds of terminals across the country and growing, we're always looking for more collaborative and motivated individuals to join our team. So, if you're ready to put your career on a solid path, let's go further.

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.