Trailer Mechanic

Coulter Services; Hermansville (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services in Michigan is seeking a skilled trailer mechanic to inspect, diagnose, and repair a fleet of waste and recycling trailers. This role emphasizes safety and teamwork while keeping equipment reliable.

You will service braking, suspension, hydraulics, and electrical systems, perform preventive maintenance, and participate in DOT and safety inspections.

Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose issues on trailers and determine repairs.
• Experience with brakes, suspension, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Capable of performing preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Proficiency in welding and light fabrication.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Inspect trailers, diagnose issues, and perform repairs.
• Service braking, suspension, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Complete preventive maintenance to keep equipment safe and reliable.
• Perform DOT and safety inspections and address findings.
• Perform welding and light fabrication as needed.

Skills

Trailer systems

Diagnostics

Welding

Light fabrication

Safety compliance

Job description

to maintain a waste and recycling trailer fleet with a safety-first, team-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect trailers, diagnose issues, and perform repairs.
• Service braking, suspension, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Complete preventive maintenance to keep equipment safe and reliable.
• Perform DOT and safety inspections and address findings.
• Perform welding and light fabrication as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Knowledge of trailer systems (brakes, suspension, hydraulics, electrical).
• Ability to conduct inspections and ensure compliance with safety requirements.
• Competence with welding/light fabrication and related tools.
• Commitment to safe work practices and teamwork.