Trailer Technician

westernexp; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Fidelity

Job summary

Western Express, Inc. is seeking a Trailer Repair Technician to inspect, diagnose and repair dry van and flatbed trailers in our Richmond area network.

You will perform preventive maintenance, test equipment, and ensure DOT compliance while upholding safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates have at least two years of verifiable trailer repair experience, own hand tools, and a proven track record of productivity and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of verifiable trailer repair experience.
• Must possess the necessary hand tools for the repairs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair dry van and flatbed trailers, including structural components, systems, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and complete warranty-related, accident-related, and general repair work as needed.
• Inspect and repair suspension systems, wheel-end assemblies, braking systems, and structural components per DOT requirements.
• Test and evaluate equipment to identify issues and ensure proper operation.
• Demonstrate initiative, punctuality, dependability, and willingness to learn and develop technical skills.

Skills

Trailer repair

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Western offers competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, and a family-oriented culture. Western Express HQ is in Nashville, TN. All outside terminals, located all over the country, have a small town, tight knit family atmosphere. Whether you are in Nashville or at one of our outlying locations, you are treated like family!

Job Responsibilities:

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair dry van and flatbed trailers, including structural components, systems, and related equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and complete warranty-related, accident-related, and general repair work as needed.
• Inspect and repair suspension systems, wheel-end assemblies, braking systems, and structural components in accordance with company standards and applicable Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements.
• Test and evaluate equipment to identify performance issues, determine necessary repairs, and ensure proper operation.
• Demonstrate initiative, punctuality, dependability, and a willingness to learn and develop technical skills.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of verifiable experience in the trailer repair industry.
• Must possess the necessary hand tools to perform the repairs outlined in this job description. Primary air tools will be provided by the company.
• Maintain a productivity rate of 85% or higher and an efficiency rate of 95% or higher.
• Follow all company safety policies, repair procedures, and applicable industry regulations.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan through Fidelity.

Due to the collaborative nature of the work environment, the spontaneous need for idea generation and execution, and the potential for expedited remediations, responses, or information gathering, in-person, in-office attendance is an essential function of this position.

Western Express, Inc. is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or other similar state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Western. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

I understand, where permissible under applicable federal, state, and local law, I may be subject to a pre-employment drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. Upon employment, employees may be required to have their picture taken.