Trailer Mechanic

Depot Connect International; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Referral program

Job summary

A leading transportation services company located in La Porte, Texas is seeking DOT certified Trailer Mechanics with 3 to 5 years of experience in tank trailer repair. Responsibilities include diagnosing failures and performing repairs on various systems, as well as maintaining compliance with DOT standards. The role offers a pay range of $20.00 to $37.00 per hour along with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and opportunities for certification.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of tank trailer repair experience.
• DOT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose mechanical and electrical failures on tank trailers.
• Perform tank service and repair.
• Install and repair trailer suspensions.

Skills

Diagnosing failures in mechanical systems

Tank service and repair

Trailer suspension installation and repair

Experience with air brake systems

TIG welding (aluminum, stainless, carbon)

Inspection aligning with DOT standards

Job description

Career Opportunities with Depot Connect International

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

We are currently searching for DOT certified Trailer Mechanics with 3 to 5 years of tank trailer repair experience at our Laporte, TX location!

Shift Hours

Monday through Friday, 1st shift

Pay Range

$20.00 to $37.00 per hour, dependent on experience.

Skill-based pay rate reviews and potential increases every 6 months.

Demonstrated skill in most of the following areas:

• The ability to diagnose failures and make repairs on mechanical, electrical or other various systems on a tank trailer.
• Tank service and repair
• Trailer suspension installation and repair
• Experience with air brake systems and repairs
• TIG aluminum, stainless or carbon welding experience (optional)
• Ability to effectively and efficiently inspect tanks and trailers to align with DOT standards (HM183, hazmat)

Physical Demands

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• With assistance, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to fit through a tank trailer manhole
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays
• Optional health savings account & flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tool purchase program
• Effective and proven safety program
• Resources to become a national board ASME certified welder