Trailer Mechanic

American Transportation Services; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K Retirement

Incentive based bonus program.

Paid vacation.

Paid Holidays (upon completion 90 days

Flexible schedule

Training Programs

Opportunity to promote within

Relocation options around the country

Job summary

American Transportation Services has immediate openings for qualified trailer mechanics. We provide a stable, friendly work environment with many flexible shift options to suit your needs. Selected candidates will maintain trailering equipment for a Fortune 500 package delivery company in a clean, well-maintained environment.

Must be able to work weekends. Sign on Bonus for qualified applicants, see hiring manager for details.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of trailer/chassis mechanic experience.
• Possess most required tools.
• Ability to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform FAI and state-required inspections.
• Inspect and repair/replace brakes, S-cams, and brake chambers.
• Diagnose and repair anti-lock brake systems (ABS).
• Wheel seal, bearing, drum, and hub repair and replacement.
• Occasional hydraulic system repair.
• Trailer roof and body panel repair and replacement.
• Air ride and leaf spring suspension repair.
• Roll-up and swing door adjustments and repair.
• Landing leg repair and replacement, minor welding skills necessary.
• Familiar with 7-way lighting systems, electrical repair, light replacement.
• Perform repairs to commercial trailers and converter dollies in all other potential aspects.

Job description

Job Description

American Transportation Services has immediate openings for qualified trailer mechanic. We provide a stable friendly work environment with many flexible shift options to suite your specific needs. Selected candidates will be responsible for maintaining trailering equipment for a Fortune 500 package delivery company in a clean well-maintained environment.

Sign on Bonus for qualified applicants, see hiring manager for details.

**Must be able to work weekends**

Requirements

Qualified Mechanic: 0-3 years as a trailer/chassis mechanic (or similar). Possess most required tools.

Responsibilities Include but not limited to:

• Perform FAI and State required inspections.


• Inspect and repair/replace, brakes, S-cams, and brake chambers.


• Diagnose and repair anti-lock brake systems (ABS).


• Wheel seal, bearing, drum, and hub repair and replacement.


• Occasional hydraulic system repair.


• Trailer roof and body panel repair and replacement.


• Air ride and leaf spring suspension repair.


• Roll-up (overhead) and swing door adjustments and repair.


• Landing leg repair and replacement, minor welding skills necessary.


• Familiar with 7-way lighting systems, electrical repair, light replacement, etc..


• Perform repairs to commercial trailers and converter dollies in all other potential aspects.

We offer Competitive Wages, Flexible Hours, as well as the following benefits:

• Health insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• 401K Retirement


• Incentive based bonus program.


• Paid vacation.


• Paid Holidays (upon completion 90 days of employment)


• Flexible schedule, 3 different shifts.


• Training Programs


• Opportunity to promote within


• Relocation options around the country

Company Description

American Transportation Services | Experts at Onsite Maintenance
Custom Trailer maintenance and shop solutions for the transportation industry.