Trailer Technician

Amerit Fleet Solutions; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Benefits within 30 days

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Boot Allowance & Safety Gear

Amerit University Training

ASE Certification Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Career Advancement

Job summary

Amerit Fleet Solutions in Midlothian, TX is hiring a Trailer Technician/Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on trailers, diagnose issues, and ensure safety compliance.

The role offers weekly pay, benefits within 30 days, and opportunities nationwide; valid license and own tools required; shift is 4x10s with schedule options Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ hands-on trailer maintenance experience (class 7-8).
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Owns personal tools.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Able to pass pre-employment screenings including DOT (if required).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on trailers.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues.
• Document repairs and complete work orders.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and tools.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support fleet operations.

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Diagnostics

Driver's license

Own tools

Team player

Tools

N/A

Job description

Trailer Technician/Mechanic - Midlothian, TX

$28.00 - $30.00 hr | Weekly Pay | Full Benefits within 30 Days

Amerit Fleet Solutions, a leader in fleet maintenance across the U.S., is hiring a skilled Trailer Technician/Mechanic to join our team in Midlothian, TX.

If you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical issues and keeping fleet vehicles running reliably, this is a great opportunity to grow your career with a stable national company.

Pay & Schedule

Pay $28.00 - $30.00/hour (based on experience)

Pay Frequency Weekly pay - every Friday

Schedule Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday 1200pm - 1030pm *4x10hr shift

Why Technicians Choose Amerit

• Weekly Pay - Reliable paycheck every Friday
• Benefits Start Fast - Medical, dental, vision within 30 days
• 401(k) Match - Plan for your future
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Boot Allowance & Safety Gear Reimbursement
• Training Through Amerit University
• ASE Certification Reimbursement & Bonuses
• Employee Referral Bonuses (Up to $500)
• Career Advancement Opportunities Nationwide

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on trailers
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues
• Conduct inspections to ensure vehicles meet safety and compliance standards
• Accurately document repairs and complete work orders
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including your tools and equipment
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support fleet operations

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ of hands-on experience performing class 7 - 8 trailer maintenance and repairs
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to own and maintain the personal tools and toolbox required for the role
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness and ability to meet the physical demands of the position (detailed below)
• Must be eligible to pass standard pre-employment screenings, including drug screen and DOT physical (if required)

Working Conditions

This role involves working in a mobile, outside and/or shop environment with exposure to dust, diesel fumes, noise, and mechanical materials such as oils and greases. Technicians must be able to perform essential job functions that include frequent movement such as standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting for extended periods, as well as lifting heavy objects and accessing tight or confined spaces. This position requires regular use of hands to grasp, reach, handle, and operate tools and equipment. Technicians may be required to work at heights using ladders or elevated platforms and must be able to safely perform duties in various weather conditions. Due to the active work environment and movement of large vehicles, the ability to see and hear sufficiently to safely navigate the workspace is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing essential job functions.

What the Trailer Technician role looks like

• Prepare vehicle records and report both manually and on a computer
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation required
• Inspect and perform work on the under parts of vehicles
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
• Move parts to and from the job site and remove or install these parts on vehicle
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

What our ideal candidate looks like

• Must have at least 2 years' experience performing vehicle and trailer maintenance.
• Must be able to operate a manual transmission vehicle to determine if operating properly
• Must be able to enter and exit the driver's compartment of the truck and/or behind cab using normally available footholds and handholds
• Must provide own hand tools
• Perform DOT inspections
• Basic computer skills
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)