Trailer Mechanic

Heniff Company; Louisiana, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Heniff Transportation is seeking a Diesel Truck Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on tractor and trailer units according to DOT and company standards. The role includes diagnosing failures, replacing worn components, and ensuring safety and compliance across the fleet.

Responsibilities include conducting 90-day inspections, maintaining maintenance records, using diagnostic tools, and coordinating parts orders.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of diesel engine, electrical, hydraulic and mechanical repair principles.
• Experience with cargo tanks inspection per DOT standards.
• Ability to use diagnostic software for vehicle trouble-shooting.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair tractors and trailers.
• Perform annual/90-day inspections to meet FHWA standards.
• Repair components by replacing worn parts and overhauling assemblies.
• Annotate maintenance in management software and communicate parts needs.
• Operate yard hostler to move trailers and maintain shop safety.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Air systems

Mechanical repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic software

Inspection equipment

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Heniff Transportation provides best-in-class supply chain solutions to our valued customers by utilizing our network of supply chain services and resources. We focus on creating extraordinary growth and value across the markets, industries, and customers we serve through outstanding safety, innovation, and service performance. We accomplish this through one of the largest, fully integrated networks of terminals, transload and tank wash facilities in North America and now in Canada. We strive to be the BEST at everything we do.

Position Summary

Responsible for performing preventative maintenance, special inspections and general repairs on tractor and trailer units in accordance with DOT, federal and state regulations and Company standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Diesel Truck Mechanic diagnoses and repair tractors and trailers. Perform annual/systematic 90-day inspection in order to ensure equipment meets federal FHWA standards. The Diesel Truck Mechanic performs the following on cargo tanks: internal, external, and upper coupler inspections, heat system, leakage, vacuum, pressure tests and vapor tightness test (EPA Method 27). Determine the overall mechanical condition of tractors, trailers and associated equipment, diagnoses component malfunctions and initiates repair actions. The Diesel Truck Mechanic repairs components by replacing worn or damaged parts with new or reconditioned parts. Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, brakes, hubs, bearings, seals, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, steering, hydraulics; control linkages, clutches, and traction units. The Diesel Truck Mechanic uses technical publications or automated systems in maintaining vehicles to prescribed manufacturers’ maintenance schedules and for researching parts. Properly annotate all maintenance and labor performed in maintenance management software. The Diesel Truck Mechanic operates a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed. Communicate the need to order and receive parts and supplies as needed. The Diesel Truck Mechanic adheres to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous wastes. Clean, organize, and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety. The Diesel Truck Mechanic performs welding repairs as needed. Perform additional duties as assigned. The Diesel Truck Mechanic reports directly to The Shop Supervisor.

Requirements Education and Experience

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent Experienced in the use of inspection and test equipment used for cargo tank inspections

Essential Qualifications

Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle and equipment theory, principles, and repair relating to diesel engines, air, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems Ability to effectively and efficiently inspect tanks and trailers to align with DOT standards (49CFR HM180.407). Knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software

Language Skills

Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently

Physical Demands

Use arms to reach and stretch; hands and fingers to grasp, move, or assemble objects of a variety of sizes, and to also manipulate a variety of objects, tools, devices, and controls. Use legs to stand for long period of time, maneuver through shop environment, and perform a variety of locomotive functions which may include crawling, kneeling, crouching, sitting, and carrying or relocating objects weighing up to 75 lbs. Perform broad locomotive motions, at times in a rapid fashion, such as bending, twisting, balancing in stable and unstable positions, and reaching, with the capacity to use bodily muscles to sustain these motions for long periods of time without fatigue. Perform fine locomotive motions, at times in a rapid fashion, that involve the use of fingers for the manipulation of tools. Adjust, execute, maintain, and repeat all bodily motions, postures, and stances in order to accommodate to rapid and gradual changes within the work environment as necessary. Visually identify and focus on objects at close and distant ranges, and at central and peripheral locations, and ability to identify their distances, depths, and colors in environments of varying lighting. While looking forward, see objects or movements that are off to the side. Use auditory senses in order to hear and isolate specific sounds, understand speech, and recognize their differences in a variety of environments of varying sound levels. Speak clear...