Mechanic - Trailer

Forward Air Corporation; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air Corporation is seeking a full-time Trailer Mechanic based in Irving, Texas. This role involves maintaining vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment according to company policies and DOT regulations while ensuring excellent customer service.

The ideal candidate has a valid driver's license, experience in vehicle repair, and a positive work ethic. A basic set of tools is required, and flexibility regarding working hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with truck, trailer, and/or vehicle repair.
• Desire for a long-term career with an industry-leading company.
• Ability to present and maintain a positive corporate image.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate status of mechanical equipment and trailers.
• Maintain equipment according to DOT regulations.
• Perform minor trailer repairs.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Can do attitude

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Basic set of tools

Job description

Forward Air is looking for a self‑motivated individual to join the maintenance team as a full‑time Trailer Mechanic. Duties include maintaining all aspects of vehicles, trailers, and other mechanical equipment of Forward Air while adhering to all F A Policies, safe work practices, and maintaining high customer service.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Evaluate status of mechanical equipment and trailers
• Maintain equipment according to DOT regulations
• Perform minor trailer repairs
• Perform tire mounting/dismounting and repairs
• Perform minor cosmetic repairs
• Conduct various analysis and inspections of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical systems to determine the most cost‑effective means of maintenance, repair, or replacement
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Maintain work area, tools, and equipment
• Operate a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air‑driven tools
• Perform minor building and facility maintenance
• Perform data entry in Maintenance Software to track repairs
• Keep shop and company tools clean and in good working order
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required
• Prior experience with truck, trailer, and/or vehicle repair
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Desire for a long‑term career with an industry leading company
• Ability to present and maintain a positive corporate image in a fast‑paced environment
• Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (extended hours as required)
• Must have basic set of tools

Skills

• The ideal candidate will possess a "can do" attitude with a "will do" work ethic
• Must have the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.