Trailer Mechanic

R+L Carriers; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 57,732,000 - 96,220,000; Full time

Job summary

R+L Carriers is hiring a Trailer Mechanic for a full-time role with 2nd and 3rd shifts at our Yemassee, SC service center. The position covers diagnostics, repair, and overall trailer maintenance to keep assets in peak condition.

Candidates must perform FMCSA safety inspections, interpret manuals, repair defective parts, test equipment, and complete trailer PMs. You must lift 50 lbs and own your tools; welding and Class 8 truck experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Safety inspections of equipment per FMCSA and regulations.
• Must interpret technical manuals.
• Experience repairing or replacing defective parts, components, or systems.
• Experience testing equipment for proper performance and compliance.
• Experience with trailer PMs and repairs.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must own your own tools.
• Dependable and able to work in varying climate conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic processes, repair work, and maintenance of trailers.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and regulations.

Skills

Safety inspections

Manual interpretation

Trailer repair

Diagnostics & testing

Trailer PMs

Lift 50 lbs

Own tools

Dependable

Climate conditions

Welding

Tools

Cetaris Maintenance Work Order System

Job description

Trailer Mechanic, Earn up to $33.58/ hr.

Full-Time, Monday – Friday 2nd and 3rd shifts

Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment and enjoy an excellentbenefits package that includes are very own employee resorts

R+L Carriers has an immediate opportunity for Trailer Mechanics at our Yemassee,SC. Service Center. As a Trailer Mechanic, your responsibilities will includethe diagnostic process, repair work, and overall maintenance of ourtrailers.

Requirements:

• Experienced in performing safety inspections of equipment and prepare safetydocuments required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration(FMCSA), company, and any other Federal, State, or Local regulations
• Must be able to Interpret technical manuals
• Must have experience in repairing or replacing defective parts, components,or systems
• Experience in testing equipment for proper performance and to ensure that thework meets manufacturer’s specifications and legislated regulations
• Experience in trailer PMs and repairs
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Must own your own tools
• Must be dependable
• Must be prepared to work in climate situation when needed.

Preferred:

• Experience using Cetaris Maintenance Work Order System
• Welding
• Experience driving yard tractor/trailers
• Previous experience working on Class 8 commercial vehicles
• Sheet metal and composite panel repair

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Benefits:

Benefits:R+L Carriers offers an excellent compensation and comprehensivebenefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, 401(k)Retirement Plan with company matching contributions, Paid Vacation & Holidays,and vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, BigBear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

About Us:

R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation companyfounded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distributionindustry and is designed to provide customers with superior service throughefficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself intreating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe eachemployee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There aremany other transportation companies capable of picking up and deliveringfreight. However, we believed our customers select us because of the efforts ofour employees.

R+L Carriers Shared Services, LLC (“R+L Carriers”) and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genderidentity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteranstatus, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law.

R+LCarriers will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant toparticipate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or jobinterview) if so requested.

When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age,sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected byfederal or state law.

This application is considered current for ninety (90)days only.

At the end of this period, if you are still interested inemployment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a newapplication.