Trailer Tech

Join Comcar Industries; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Comcar Industries is seeking a TT2 Trailer Technician in Tampa, FL to perform preventive maintenance on box, flat, and tank trailers. You will diagnose electrical, suspension, ABS, and brake issues, making repairs and performing wheel end inspections as part of daily maintenance routines.

The role requires familiarity with jacks, torque wrenches, dial indicators, and welding (Meg, TIG, stick). On-the-job training is provided, with certifications in air systems and brakes preferred.

Qualifications

• On-the-job training to become a trailer technician (2–3 years).
• Ability to read and interpret instructions clearly.
• Strong communication skills in writing and speaking.
• Basic math proficiency is required.
• Hold Air System, Brake, and Federal Brake Inspector certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on trailers (box, flat, tank).
• Diagnose electrical, suspension, and brake issues and repair as needed.
• Repair lighting and air systems, inspect wheel ends and brakes.
• Replace doors, scuff rails, and basic body components.

Skills

Safety awareness

Diagnostic skills

Electrical systems

Brake inspection

Tool handling

Welding

Reading blueprints

Conventional measurement

Education

On Job Training as a Trailer Technician

Read/interpret instructions

Read, write and communicate effectively

Basic Math

Air System Certification

Brake Certification

Federal Brake Inspector Certification

Tools

Hand tools set

Roll around toolbox

Air tools

Job description

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Department: Maintenance

Location: Tampa, FL

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The primary function of a trailer technician is to do preventive maintenance on box, flat and tank trailers. Also, general repairs to electrical/lighting systems, suspension, bumper, abs/foundation brakes, s-cam replacement, wheel ends, air systems to include automatic tire Inflation system.

DESCRIPTION

A TT2 trailer Technician must be able to diagnose electrical, suspension, ABS issues and other mechanical failures and make needed repairs once diagnosed. He must be able to repair issues in the lighting or electrical system, properly diagnose and repair air leaks, perform wheel end inspection and maintenance, perform a brake shoe replacement and perform general repairs to the body and roof of the trailer. Replace door's repair or replacement, scuff rail.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Understand How to Safely use Jacks and Stands
• Understand How to use a Torque Wrench
• Understand How to use a Dial Indicator
• Understands how to check and adjust Trailer Alignment
• Understand How to Measure Brake Stroke
• How To Identify Irregular Tire Wear
• Understand How to safely use Power and Air Tools, Grinders, Torch, Air Chisel etc.
• Understand How to Use an Air and Hand Rivet Gun
• Understand How to Test Pop Off Valves on Pneumatic, and Chemical Tanks
• Must Have Confined Space Training
• Should Be Able to Weld with a Meg, Tig and Stick welder
• Understands How To Use Multi Meter

EDUCATION REQUIRED

• On Job Training as a Trailer Technician ( 2 to 3 years)
• Must Be Able to Read and Interpret Instructions
• Must Be Able to Read, Write and Communicate Effectively
• Understands Basic Math
• Air System Certification
• Brake Certification
• Federal Brake Inspector Certification

TOOL REQ U IREMENTS

• Full Set of Hand Tools Both Standard and Metric as well as Air Tools
• Complete Roll around Toll Box, Top and Bottom Sets

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Be Physically Able to Lift 85Lbs
• Frequently Climb Ladders
• Work on Ladders, Staging's and Stand Long Periods of Time
• Work Outside in all Weather Conditions

Driver License Required

• Must Have Current Florida Driver License and Good Driving Record.
• Will be required to pass drug test and physical and a background screening.

Comcar Industries, Inc., and its' wholly owned subsidiaries and affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).