Trailer Technician

AgUpdate; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance after 30 days

Paid time off from day one

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

AgUpdate is seeking a Trailer Technician to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on trailers, containers, and related equipment. The role includes air brake systems and FHWA inspections, with a focus on safety and adherence to company standards.

Your experience should include hands-on trailer work and the ability to work with refrigerations units when needed; mentoring junior techs may be part of the job. This is a full-time position in New Jersey with a daytime shift.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old.
• 1 year hands-on mechanic experience servicing semi-trailers.
• A/C and DOT inspections (FHWA) certified.
• Own basic tools or purchase through JB Hunt program.

Responsibilities

• Perform trailer preventive maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on trailer inventory, including air brake systems and FHWA inspections.
• Troubleshoot and complete repairs to OEM and company standards within SRT and warranty guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and complete work orders.
• Support specialized equipment (e.g., refrigerated units) and escalated repairs.
• Mentor junior technicians as needed.

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

The Trailer Technician will be responsible for performing intermediate to complex maintenance, service and repair of J.B. Hunt trailers, containers, chassis and other equipment to help us keep our freight moving in a safe and efficient manner.

The hourly pay range for this position is: $26.20 to $39.30. Shift schedule: Monday-Friday 6am-4:30pm.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform trailer preventative maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on our trailer inventory, including air brake systems and FHWA inspections Troubleshoot and complete repairs to OEM and company standards within SRT and warranty guidelines Follow safety procedures and complete work orders Support specialized equipment (e.g., refrigerated units) and escalated repairs Mentor junior technicians as needed

Employee Benefits:

Eligible to enroll in medical, dental and vision insurance after 30 days of employment Start earning paid time off on your first day of work Paid holiday time off Company-matched 401(k) Access to mental health benefits, life insurance, paid parental leave and more

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must be at least 18 years old At least 1 year of hands-on mechanic experience servicing semi-trailers or military equivalent A/C and DOT (FHWA inspections & air brakes) certified Able to supply your own basic tools or purchase through J.B. Hunt purchasing program

Preferred:

EPA 608 certification, refrigeration license Welding (MIG/stick) and ABS knowledge