Trailer Technician

W&B SERVICE COMPANY LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(K) – Retirement / Savings plan

Life Insurance

LTD

STD

PTO plans

Uniforms

Job summary

W&B Service Company in Houston, TX is seeking a Trailer Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trailers to meet DOT standards. You will work on brakes, electrical, chassis, and roofing components, applying safety practices daily.

We require mechanical aptitude; experience preferred but not required. A valid driver's license, own tools, and the ability to lift up to 60 pounds are essential. This is a full-time, non-exempt role with benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience preferred but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude or construction experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Must have own tools.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and / or sit frequently throughout the duration of the day.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Attention to detail is key for this position.

Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance and repair all systems on Semi-Trailers to meet the minimum standards set forth by DOT
• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races and associated parts
• Repair electrical and lighting systems
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, and sub frames
• Repair mud flap brackets and dolly leg assembles
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim
• Repair roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails
• Conform to all safety and health standards

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Construction experience

Ability to lift 60 pounds

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Tools

Own tools

Job description

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Full Time Non-Exempt HOU000, Houston, TX, US

14 days ago Requisition ID: 1909

W&B Service Company has an excellent opportunity for a Trailer Technician.We are the largest transport refrigeration dealer of Carrier Transicold, a world leader in Truck, Trailer and rail refrigeration systems. We are also the nation’s largest full service Hyundai Translead trailer dealer. We have 21 facilities throughout the Southwest, including Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma.

Duties will include:

• Preventative maintenance and repair all systems on Semi-Trailers to meet the minimum standards set forth by DOT
• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races and associated parts
• Repair electrical and lighting systems
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, and sub frames
• Repair mud flap brackets and dolly leg assembles
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim
• Repair roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails
• Conform to all safety and health standards

Requirements:

• Experience preferred but not required.
• Mechanical aptitude or construction experience.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
• Must have own tools
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb, and / or sit frequently throughout the duration of the day
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail is key for this position

Compensation:Pay depends on experience

We offer a comprehensive benefits programs, including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) – Retirement / Savings plan with company matching, Life Insurance, LTD, STD, PTO plans and uniforms.