Trailer Mechanic: Diesel, Hydraulic & ABS Specialist

Aerotek; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

HSA

Job summary

Aerotek in Carlisle, PA seeks a Trailer Mechanic to maintain and repair a range of trailers (RGN, low boys, flatbeds, step decks). This hands-on role involves preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and compliant documentation in a shop environment.

You will inspect frames, brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, tires, and engines, perform welding as needed, and drive to pick up parts. This is contract-to-hire with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with trailers, trucks, or small motors and preventive maintenance.
• Hands-on trailer repair experience with flatbeds, low boys, RGNs.
• Strong mechanical aptitude including diesel and small engines.
• Proficiency with air brakes, air suspensions, and ABS.
• Experience with hydraulic systems on trailers.
• Ability to perform inspections and maintenance on fleet equipment.
• Basic welding skills for minor repairs.
• Comfort using automated maintenance or fleet management systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to document work clearly in maintenance records.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections of trailer frames, decks, cross-members, kingpins, landing gear, and suspension systems.
• Carry out preventative maintenance on trailers, including lubrication and torque checks.
• Service and repair braking systems including air brakes and ABS components.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues such as lights and wiring.
• Maintain tires and wheels, check torque and alignment.
• Perform engine-related repairs on diesel and small engines.
• Weld and reinforce frames or decking as needed.
• Conduct DOT/FHWA inspections to verify regulatory compliance.
• Troubleshoot ABS and hydraulic components.
• Document repairs using automated systems.
• Handle paperwork and maintenance records.
• Drive company vehicles to pick up parts.
• Work independently while collaborating with the team.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Support fleet maintenance tasks and inspections.

Skills

Trailer repair

Diesel engine work

Small engine repair

Air brakes

Hydraulic systems

Documentation

Welding

Independent work

Driver's license

Maintenance software

Job description

Aerotek in Carlisle, PA seeks a Trailer Mechanic to maintain and repair a range of trailers (RGN, low boys, flatbeds, step decks). This hands-on role involves preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and compliant documentation in a shop environment.

You will inspect frames, brakes, hydraulics, electrical systems, tires, and engines, perform welding as needed, and drive to pick up parts. This is contract-to-hire with competitive pay and benefits.