Trailer Technician

20 Saia Motor Freight Line LLC; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning new skills

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Job summary

Saia LTL Freight in Minneapolis is seeking a trailer mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair tractors and trailers. You will work with mechanical and electrical systems, perform inspections, and ensure safe operation of our fleet.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 18+, legal work status in the U.S., and personal tools; preferred experience with diagnostic software. We offer opportunities for skill growth, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately review and complete various documents, reports and records required of the position.

Responsibilities

• Services, inspects, and repairs tractor-trailers.
• Diagnoses failures and makes repairs on mechanical, electrical, and various systems on a trailer.
• Uses hydraulic jacks and hoists to gain access to the underside of trailers.
• Conducts full inspections of trailers to identify any issues.
• Tests trailers after repairs to ensure they are operating without issues.
• Maintains a detailed record of all service and maintenance activities.
• Repairs defective parts such as brakes, tires, axles, wiring, and hydraulic systems.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Personal maintenance tools

Job description

Ready To Go Further?

Saia is a different kind of logistics and transportation company. We do things the right way. You‘ll see it in our commitment to our people, customers, and community. You‘ll feel it in the support you get on day one – from leadership and from your team. A job with Saia is packed with opportunity – from learning new skills and advancing to competitive compensation and great benefits. It's all here and it’s exactly what going further is all about.

Position Summary

Maintains, diagnoses, and repairs trailers used for transporting goods.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities

• Services, inspects, and repairs tractor-trailers.
• Diagnoses failures and makes repairs on mechanical, electrical, and various systems on a trailer.
• Uses hydraulic jacks and hoists to gain access to the underside of trailers.
• Conducts full inspections of trailers to identify any issues.
• Tests trailers after repairs to ensure they are operating without issues.
• Maintains a detailed record of all service and maintenance activities.
• Repairs defective parts such as brakes, tires, axles, wiring, and hydraulic systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Must provide and maintain personal maintenance tools.
• Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately review and complete various documents, reports and records required of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of trailer mechanic experience.
• Proficiency in diagnostic software.

Work Conditions and Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying of tools, parts, and equipment up to 100 pounds.
• Regular use of hands and arms for handling tools, reaching overhead, and working in tight spaces.
• Ability to climb on, under, and around large trucks and equipment safely.
• Adequate vision (with or without correction) to read gauges, manuals, and perform detailed inspections.
• Adequate hearing (with or without aids) to detect equipment sounds, communicate, and follow safety signals.

Pay Rate: $33.75 - $38.75 per hour, based on experience.

Benefits

• At Saia, your success is our success! That’s why we work hard to provide you with what you need to build an awesome career.
• We are committed to rewarding superior employee performance so that when you work hard, your achievements won’t go unnoticed.

Saia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

With headquarters in Georgia, Saia LTL Freight operates across the U.S. and employs thousands of people nationwide.

Through our network of partners, we serve the balance of the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii, plus Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico.

Through our three operating service groups-Saia LTL, LinkEx, and Saia Logistics Services-we provide complete transportation and logistics solutions.

As a company, Saia is dedicated to providing every employee the opportunity and environment to continue to grow and contribute, individually and as part of a team.