Trailer Technician

TLI - Transco Lines, Inc.; Muskogee (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Transco Lines, Inc. in Muskogee, OK is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to perform DOT and PM inspections on trailers, full maintenance and repair, and road-ready diagnostics. The role requires basic computer input, tire work, and welding/fabrication of steel and aluminum.

A current CDL is required, with ASE Diesel Certification or 3–6 months related experience preferred. The position involves maintaining clean work areas, timely repair orders, and potential special projects.

Qualifications

• One year certificate or ASE Diesel Certification, or 3–6 months related experience and/or training.
• CDL license is required.
• Willingness to perform essential duties including mechanical work in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Correctly performs DOT & PM inspections on trailers.
• Performs all trailer preventative maintenance and repair.
• Tags warranty parts with cause of failure, mileage and removal date.
• Keeps work area clean; minimizes spills and debris.
• Completes repair orders promptly; charges labor and parts to the correct unit.
• Input vehicle information into basic computer systems; diagnose equipment.
• Perform trailer electrical work and tire repair.
• Welding and fabrication of steel and aluminum as needed.
• Test equipment for proper operation.
• Ensure all tools are used properly and safely.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as needed.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Valid CDL License

ASE Diesel Certification

Education

One year certificate from college or technical school; ASE Diesel Certification, or 3–6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Correctly performs DOT & PM Inspections on trailers.
• All trailer preventative maintenance and repair.
• Tags all warranty parts with appropriate information to include cause of failure, mileage and removal date.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of work area, keeping spills, grease and debris to a minimum.
• Completes all repair orders in a timely manner, ensuring all labor and parts are charged to the appropriate unit.
• Basic computer skills to input vehicle information and diagnose equipment.
• Basic tools required.
• Trailer electrical work.
• Tests equipment for proper operations.
• Fix and repair tires, as necessary.
• Welding and fabrication of steel and aluminum, as necessary.
• Keeps work areas clean and free of clutter.
• Must have current valid driver's license.
• Performs additional duties and special projects as needed or directed.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: One year certificate from college or technical school; ASE Diesel Certification, or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Moving and handling oily parts.
• The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• 1 year experience as a Diesel Mechanic.
• Valid CDL License.
• ASE Diesel Certification an asset.