Trailer Technician

Florida Utility Trailers Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Job summary

Florida Utility Trailers is seeking a Trailer Technician at the Apopka facility to inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair semi-trailers. You will complete safe, quality repairs efficiently, document work, and use company systems to record attendance and repair time.

Focus is on trailer systems, components, and structures; mobile service and diesel engine repair are outside scope. Requirements include experience with trailers or heavy equipment, ability to read repair instructions,

Qualifications

• Experience repairing semi-trailers or heavy equipment with knowledge of air brakes, suspensions, electrical systems, and trailer components.
• Ability to diagnose problems and complete assigned repairs with limited supervision.
• Welding and fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and follow repair instructions and safety procedures.
• Willingness to use company systems to track time, assignments, and documentation.
• Own basic hand tools for trailer repair.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Dependable attendance and clear communication; ability to work independently and with teams.
• Experience with various trailer brands is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose trailer concerns and determine repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections; document findings.
• Repair air braking and electrical systems; replace components and suspensions.
• Repair doors, roofs, floors, and structural components; weld as needed.
• Prepare clear repair notes and document parts used with photos or measurements.
• Use company timekeeping and service systems to record hours and update punches.
• Follow priorities, work safely and efficiently, and communicate needs or delays.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and protect customer equipment.

Skills

Diagnose problems

Repair instructions

Welding

Timekeeping

Personal tools

Driver's license

Communication

Job description

Description

The Trailer Technician inspects, diagnoses, maintains, and repairs semi-trailers at Florida Utility Trailers’ Apopka facility. This role is responsible for completing safe, quality repairs efficiently, documenting work accurately, and using company systems to record attendance and repair time correctly. Work focuses on trailer systems, components, and structures; mobile service and diesel engine repair are outside this position’s primary scope.

Essential Responsibilities

• Inspect and diagnose trailer concerns, identify the cause of failures, and determine appropriate repairs using sound judgment and applicable service information.
• Perform preventive maintenance and DOT inspections within assigned training and qualifications; accurately document findings and report safety concerns.
• Diagnose and repair air brake and air systems; repair or replace brake components, suspensions, axles, wheel ends, and landing gear.
• Diagnose and repair trailer lighting, wiring, connections, and related electrical components.
• Repair or replace doors, roofs, floors, side panels, and structural components; perform minor and major body repairs, welding, and fabrication within demonstrated capabilities.
• Complete authorized repairs according to company procedures and manufacturer specifications; inspect and verify completed work before returning the job for closeout.
• Prepare clear repair notes describing the concern, cause, and correction; accurately record parts and materials used and provide supporting photos or measurements when needed.
• Use company timekeeping and service systems accurately and promptly to record all hours worked and time spent on the correct repair order and operation. Update job punches as assignments change, record non-repair time under the appropriate category, and promptly report missed punches, errors, or system issues to the supervisor.
• Follow assigned priorities, work efficiently without sacrificing safety or quality, and promptly communicate additional repair needs, parts requirements, delays, or work outside the approved scope.
• Protect customer equipment, care for company tools, and maintain a clean, organized work area. Follow shop safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• Previous semi-trailer repair or related heavy-equipment experience preferred, with working knowledge of air brakes, suspensions, electrical systems, and trailer components.
• Ability to diagnose problems and complete assigned repairs with limited supervision, while recognizing when assistance or additional authorization is needed.
• Welding and fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and follow repair instructions, safety procedures, and applicable technical information.
• Ability and willingness to use company computers, tablets, time clocks, and service systems to track time, review assignments, and document work accurately.
• Own basic hand tools appropriate for trailer repair work.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Dependable attendance, clear communication, and the ability to work independently and cooperatively with the shop and parts teams.
• Experience with Utility, Great Dane, Wabash, Hyundai, Stoughton, Fontaine, Landoll, or other commercial trailers is a plus.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Work is performed primarily in a dealership repair shop and around parked trailers, with exposure to heat, noise, dust, grease, and other conditions associated with trailer repair.
• Work requires standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and working beneath or inside trailers, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Safely handle tools, parts, and equipment, using lifting equipment or team assistance when required.
• Maintain awareness of moving equipment and nearby work, and promptly report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, or injuries.

About Florida Utility Trailers

Family-owned and operated since 1977, Florida Utility Trailers is an established semi-trailer dealership serving the transportation industry throughout Florida. We offer competitive pay based on experience and benefits including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) with company matching; paid time off; professional development assistance; and a referral program.