Trailer Technician

Sanco Thermo King; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

HSA with company matching

401(k) with company contribution

Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Holiday pay and PTO

Job summary

Sanco Thermo King in Des Moines is seeking a skilled technician for semi-trailer repairs and maintenance. Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and diagnosing technical issues. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, preferred diesel mechanic experience, and is willing to work actively in the field.

The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, a 401(k) with company contribution, holiday pay, and PTO.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree or certification is a plus.
• Diesel mechanic experience preferred.
• Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide variety of repairs and maintenance on semi-trailers.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and DOT inspections.
• Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine solutions.
• Provide service and customer support during field visits.

Skills

Welding

Brake repair

Electrical repair

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certification

Diesel mechanic experience

Class A CDL

Job description

$3,000 sign on bonus

Primary Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of repairs and maintenance on various makes and models of semi-trailers
• Preventive maintenance
• DOT inspections
• Brake system repair
• Electrical wiring repair
• Light repair
• Door repair
• Leg repair
• Floor repair
• Suspension repair
• Body repair
• Interpret work orders and technical manuals
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance
• Provides service and customer support during field visits or dispatches
• Diagnoses errors or technical problems and determines proper solutions
• Produces timely and detailed service reports

Experience and Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent
• Technical degree or certification is a plus
• Diesel mechanic experience preferred
• Class A CDL preferred

Skills

• Welding
• Brake repair
• Electrical repair

Additional Abilities

• Work with diagnostic computers for troubleshooting and repairs
• Use computers for web-based training and work order system
• Exhibit a strong mechanical aptitude
• Possess a clean driving record

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA with company matching
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Holiday pay and PTO