Trailer Mechanic

R+L Carriers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

R+L Carriers is seeking a Trailer Mechanic for the Colonial Heights, VA service center. Work on trailers, perform diagnostics, repairs and routine maintenance on 2nd shift (3:00 pm to 1:30 am). Earn PTO after 90 days and enjoy a strong benefits package. Must own tools and be able to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities include safety inspections, interpreting manuals, and ensuring compliance with FMCSA and other regulations. Prior experience with Class 8 trucks is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experienced in safety inspections and FMCSA regulations.
• Able to interpret technical manuals.
• Experience repairing or replacing defective parts or systems.
• Experience testing equipment to ensure performance meets specs and regulations.
• Experience with trailer PMs and repairs.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must own your own tools.
• Must be dependable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair trailers and perform maintenance as needed.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Ensure work meets manufacturer specifications and regulatory requirements.

Skills

FMCSA inspections

Manual interpretation

Diagnostics

Repair & parts

Tool ownership

Dependable

Lifting capability

Weather readiness

Tools

Cetaris Maintenance

Welding

Job description

Trailer A Mechanic – $26.45 - $37.60/hr.

Full-Time, Monday – Friday 2nd Shift – 3:00 pm to 1:30 am

Earn 1 week of PTO after 90 days of employment and enjoy an excellent benefits package that includes are very own employee resorts

R+L Carriers has an immediate opportunity for Trailer Mechanics at our Colonial Heights, VA. Service Center. As a Trailer Mechanic, your responsibilities will include the diagnostic process, repair work, and overall maintenance of our trailers.

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Requirements

• Experienced in performing safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documents 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 the work 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

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching contributions
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• Vacation lodging at our exclusive employee resorts in Daytona Beach, FL, Big Bear Lake, CA, Pigeon Forge, TN, and Ocean Isle Beach, NC.

About Us

R+L Carriers is a family owned, privately held transportation company founded in 1965. Our business caters to the transportation and distribution industry and is designed to provide customers with superior service through efficient administration and innovative thinking. The Company prides itself in treating our employees and customers with respect and honesty. We believe each employee contributes directly to the Company’s growth and success. There are many other transportation companies capable of picking up and delivering freight. However, we believed our customers select us because of the efforts of our 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, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. R+L Carriers will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) 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 by federal or state law. This application is considered current for ninety (90) days only. At the end of this period, if you are still interested in employment, it will be necessary for you to reapply by completing a new application.