Trailer Mechanic: Advanced Diagnostics & Growth

werner; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Breaks

Overtime pay after 40 hours

Tool purchase programs

Tool insurance

Uniforms

Tuition reimbursement program

Career Currency Program

Boot Program

Positive Caring Culture

Vision, Critical Illness, Hospital Ind

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability Insurance

FSA and HSA options

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Referral bonus

401(k) company match

Employee stock purchase plan

On-site fitness facilities

Wellness Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Werner Enterprises in Joliet, IL seeks a skilled mechanic to maintain and repair equipment to meet DOT standards. This safety-sensitive role requires hands-on experience with brakes, electrical systems, and chassis components; welding may be involved.

We offer competitive pay with starting hourly range $22.46–$29.94 plus overtime, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, and an employee-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months mechanical experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of tools.

Responsibilities

• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races, and associated parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and lighting systems and associated parts.
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, sub frames and its associated parts, air bags and air system components.
• Repair or replace ICC's, ICC braces, mud flap brackets, dolly leg assemblies, and any other associated part by means of welding or cutting with oxy-acetylene torch.
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim, and minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and all associated parts.
• Service and maintain refrigerated units, such as, changing oil, filters minor engine components, and any associated parts.
• Clean own personal area during and at the end of each shift.
• Assist in performing any task outside those not listed in primary job functions.
• Timely and regular attendance according to the scheduled shift as determined by supervisory personnel.

Skills

Brake systems knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Welding/cutting

Heavy lifting

Tools

MIG welder

Plasma cutter

Oxy-acetylene torch

Job description

Werner Enterprises in Joliet, IL seeks a skilled mechanic to maintain and repair equipment to meet DOT standards. This safety-sensitive role requires hands-on experience with brakes, electrical systems, and chassis components; welding may be involved.

We offer competitive pay with starting hourly range $22.46–$29.94 plus overtime, comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement plans, and an employee-focused culture.