Trailer Mechanic Apprentice

ADP, Inc.; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Employer contributions

Job summary

Utility Trailer of Texas, Inc. is seeking a Trailer Mechanic Apprentice to join our shop team. You will perform as an apprentice, handle minor trailer repairs, and assist seasoned mechanics while learning welding and cutting processes.

You must read technical manuals, follow manufacturers’ procedures, maintain records, and comply with safety policies. This entry‑level role requires reliability, good communication, and willingness to work varied shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated basic mechanical skills.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform as a mechanics apprentice and complete minor trailer repairs.
• Assist other mechanics and perform welding and cutting.
• Follow operating instructions and read manuals.
• Maintain maintenance records and follow safety policies.
• Write concise work orders reflecting daily work.
• Work shifts and schedules as assigned.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Written and verbal communication

Dependable

Tools

Shop tools knowledge

Cutting torch

Welding

Job description

Utility Trailer of Texas, Inc. is honesty and integrity. Our Mission is customer satisfaction through highest products and services. We are long term relationships that bring value to our partners. We aspire to a safe workplace and environment of growth and development for our employee family for today and future generations.

Position: Trailer Mechanic Apprentice

Responsibilities:

• Ability to perform as a mechanics apprentice.
• All minor light repairs to trailers.
• Assist other mechanics.
• Perform welding and cutting.
• Understand and follow operating instructions for various tools and equipment.
• Read reports, technical manuals, and other documents.
• To read and understand all manufacturers’ policies and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain maintenance records in accordance with Company policies.
• Knowledge of maintenance and repair procedures.
• Perform repairs in an efficient and timely manner to meet customer expectations.
• Ability to write concise work orders that mirror work performed daily.
• Follow good housekeeping standards.
• Perform all work in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Must follow all company safety policies and procedures, and immediately report all accidents to a manager or supervisor.

Job Requirements:

• Have good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to succeed in a team environment.
• To continually strive to become more proficient.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• The use and knowledge of shop tools, cutting torch, and welding.
• Must be dependable.
• Have hand tools needed to make major and minor Trailer repairs.
• Work shifts specified by Service Manager or Shop Foreman.
• Be available to work needed Shifts and scheduled days.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds.
• May also engage in standing, lifting, twisting, turning, climbing a ladder, etc.
• Due to the open environment of the shop, must be able to work in various weather and temperature conditions to include extreme heat, humidity and cold.
• Must also be able to tolerate wearing personal protective equipment, including, but not limited to, a hard hat, steel toed safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, safety glasses, goggles.
• Must be physically capable of performing tasks

Competitive compensation

• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions.