Trailer Mechanic

Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.; Hampshire Township (IL); On-site; USD 40,294 - 45,805; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime after 40 hours

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A transportation company is seeking a Trailer Mechanic in Hampshire Township, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have welding skills and knowledge of trailer repair and maintenance. This entry-level, full-time position offers competitive pay between $29.25 and $33.25 per hour, overtime after 40 hours, and a comprehensive benefits package. Responsibilities include performing repairs on trailers, conducting preventative maintenance inspections, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to pass a drug screen.
• At least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild components on trailers.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections.
• Maintain a clean and safe workshop environment.

Skills

Welding and metal fabrication

Preventative Maintenance inspections

Basic math skills

Fluent in English

Job description

Trailer Mechanic – Dayton Freight Lines, Inc.

Salary: $29.25 - $33.25/hour.
Shift available: 2nd.

Overview:

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Quick advancement
• Quality Hours
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days

Responsibilities:

• Fundamental understanding of repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft. and 53ft. dry van trailers and effectively repairs:
• Suspension and running gear components
• Landing gear assembly and components
• Wheel components and tires
• Brake and air components
• Electrical, lighting and wiring components
• Rear frame and door components
• Side, nose and roof components
• Interior and floor components
• Able to thoroughly perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs
• Maintains a high level of welding and metal fabrication skills
• Performs service calls
• Washes and fuels equipment when necessary
• Road tests vehicles to ensure quality repair services were performed (Dependent upon having a CDL)
• Consistently positive attitude, interacting courteously and professionally with fellow employees
• Pro-actively assists, guides and directs junior technicians
• Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools
• Maintains a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards
• Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system
• Works with the Parts Department to assure that all necessary materials, parts, service and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels
• Works in compliance to EPA regulations as well as DOT and company safety requirements
• Performs other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary

Qualifications:

• Possess a valid Driver's License
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits:

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Quick advancement
• Quality Hours
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company Match

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

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