Trailer Mechanic

McGriff Tire Co., Inc.; Prichard (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

McGriff Tire Co., Inc. in Alabama is seeking a full-time Trailer Mechanic. The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined with experience in semi-trailer repairs, including brakes, hydraulics, and tires.

The role involves routine maintenance, safety inspections, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Benefits include 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off. Interested candidates must have reliable transportation and meet physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Must pass DOT physical and drug test.
• Prompt attendance at assigned location.
• Previous ASE certifications desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on trailers per compliance guidelines.
• Conduct safety inspections and document findings.
• Ensure shop cleanliness and safety compliance.
• Participate in company training programs.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Experience in semi-trailer repairs

Basic welding skills

Able to perform safety inspections

Job description

Trailer Mechanic

• Must be mechanically inclined. Prefer experience in all phases of semi-trailer repairs such as brakes, electrical, floor repair, tires, welding, hydraulics, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications work, etc. Also, experience in DOT inspections, welding, tires new and repairing, change (mount & dismount).
• Perform routine maintenance functions and adjustments on trailing equipment in compliance with manufacturers and company schedules.
• Access any area of the equipment to perform necessary maintenance (including: inspect and perform work in, on or under parts of trailers).
• Safely walk & stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery (including working outdoors in inclement weather).
• Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights (up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally).
• Safely walk, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat & kneel as necessary to perform the job duties.
• Responsible for shop cleanliness, safety and compliance.
• Apply knowledge and work in accordance with DOT, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), interstate Authority, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other rules and regulations as required.
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation.
• Follow McGriff policy and procedures in making all repairs.
• Participate in company training programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Prompt, daily attendance at assigned work location.
• General trailer repair and knowledge
• Previous or current ASE certifications desired, not required.
• Basic welding skills such as Oxy/Acetylene, ARC and MIG desired
• Must have clean MVR, Drug Test, pass DOT physical.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Based on experience

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8-hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate

• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person