Trailer Mechanic - Competitive Pay & Benefits

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 99,110,000 - 114,187,000; Full time

Job summary

Saia is seeking a trailer mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair trailers used for transporting goods. You will service, inspect, and repair tractor-trailers, diagnose failures, and ensure safe operation through testing and documentation.

The role requires reading and understanding English instructions, owning personal maintenance tools, and meeting minimum qualifications. Pay is $34.55–$39.85 per hour with standard benefits and equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Authorized to work in the United States and able to provide own maintenance tools.

Responsibilities

• Service, inspect, and repair tractor-trailers.
• Diagnose failures and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on trailers.
• Use jacks/hoists to access underside of trailers and conduct full inspections.
• Test trailers after repairs to ensure proper operation and safety.
• Maintain detailed records of service and maintenance activities.
• Repair defective parts such as brakes, tires, axles, wiring, and hydraulics.

Skills

Trailer mechanic experience

General mechanical skills

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Saia is seeking a trailer mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair trailers used for transporting goods. You will service, inspect, and repair tractor-trailers, diagnose failures, and ensure safe operation through testing and documentation.

The role requires reading and understanding English instructions, owning personal maintenance tools, and meeting minimum qualifications. Pay is $34.55–$39.85 per hour with standard benefits and equal opportunity employment.