Trailer Mechanic

Wynen's; Iron Mountain (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wynen's on-site in Iron Mountain, MI seeks a Trailer Mechanic to maintain a fleet of waste and recycling trailers. You will inspect, diagnose, and repair braking, suspension, hydraulic, and electrical systems, and perform preventive maintenance to ensure reliable operation.

In this role, you will conduct DOT safety inspections and perform welding or light fabrication as needed, contributing to a safety-first, collaborative team environment that keeps essential environmental services running

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude for trailer systems.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing trailer components.
• Familiarity with DOT and safety inspections.
• Ability to weld or perform light fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair trailer systems, including brakes, suspension, hydraulics, and electrical components.
• Perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment in proper working condition.
• Conduct DOT and safety inspections, ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
• Complete welding and light fabrication tasks as needed for repairs and adjustments.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform corrective repairs efficiently and accurately.
• Work collaboratively in a safety-first, team environment while supporting essential environmental services.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Trailer systems diagnosis

Repair skills

Welding

Light fabrication

DOT safety inspections

Job description

On-site role responsible for maintaining a waste and recycling trailer fleet to ensure safe, reliable operation.

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair trailer systems, including brakes, suspension, hydraulics, and electrical components.
• Perform preventive maintenance to keep equipment in proper working condition.
• Conduct DOT and safety inspections, ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
• Complete welding and light fabrication tasks as needed for repairs and adjustments.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform corrective repairs efficiently and accurately.
• Work collaboratively in a safety-first, team environment while supporting essential environmental services.

Qualifications/Skills:

Strong mechanical aptitude, diagnostic and repair skills for trailer systems, familiarity with DOT/safety inspection practices, and capability to perform welding or light fabrication.