Trailer Mechanic Trainee

RSS-Trailer-Repair-; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Tools supplied

401K after 1 year

Promotion from within

Learn a trade

Job summary

RSS Mobile Trailer Repair in Toledo, OH is seeking a Trailer Mechanic Trainee to help perform repairs and maintenance on semi-trailers. This role offers hands-on learning while you build a trade in a growing field.

You must be at least 18, have a valid driver's license, be able to pass a DOT physical and a drug screen, and lift up to 50 lbs. Paid holidays and 401K eligibility after one year are part of our benefits.

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined with hands-on interest.
• Previous wrenching experience preferred.
• Willingness to learn a trade in a growing field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in repairs and maintenance on semi-trailers.
• Work alongside a Trailer Mechanic to ensure DOT compliance.
• Perform tasks like brakes, tires, electrical work, and fabrication as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Wrenching experience

Outdoor work

Job description

RSS Mobile Trailer Repair is a growing powerhouse in the Trucking Industry. RSS has been in business for over 32 years, and has nearly 400 team members located in 17 states! We are currently looking to expand our team in the Toledo, OH area. We are seeking a Trailer Mechanic Trainee to help perform repairs and maintenance on semi-trailers.

About the Job:

A successful Trailer Mechanic Trainee candidate is someone who's mechanically inclined, who's a hard worker, enjoys working outside, enjoys working with their hands, and is looking to learn a trade in a growing field. Professional experience is not a requirement but previous wrenching experience is strongly preferred.

What we offer:

• Get paid while you learn a trade!
• Hands-on learning!
• Service truck and tools supplied by RSS!
• Paid holidays.
• Employer contributing 401K package after 1 year.
• We promote from within!

$18-$22/hour - Starting pay is based on experience and skill level.

Responsibilities:

• Work side-by-side with a Trailer Mechanic.
• Help perform repairs and maintenance on semi-trailers - keeping trailers in compliance with DOT safety standards.
• Essential tasks will include changing brakes, tires/wheel service, electrical work and fabrication.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Driver's License and Clean Driving Record.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical.
• Ability to pass a Drug Screen.
• Ability to lift 50lbs on a regular and frequent basis.

RSS Mobile Trailer Repair is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.