Trailer Technician

Schneider; Sterling (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Trailer Technician in Sterling, IL, where you will perform routine maintenance and inspections on company trailers. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced maintenance software while ensuring the safety and functionality of trailers. Enjoy competitive hourly wages, comprehensive medical benefits, and a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a technical background and a passion for hands-on work, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Company-provided uniforms and safety eyewear

Discounts on boots

Company-paid training

Results-based incentive pay program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of trailer technician experience required.
• Technical degree in welding or electronics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance on trailers.
• Use maintenance software to create and track work orders.

Skills

Technical degree in welding

Trailer technician experience

Basic welding skills

Computer systems experience

Diagnostic software experience

Maintenance recommendations

Education

Technical degree

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Location: Sterling, IL, USA

Shift: 3rd Shift

Schedule: FULLTIME; Monday-Wednesday and every other weekend 10:00 P.M. - 8:30 A.M.

Job overview:

• Perform routine maintenance, inspections, rebuilds and component replacements as a Trailer Technician in Sterling, IL.
• Work on company trailers.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance to trailers - like tire changes, minor electrical repairs and greasing.
• Use maintenance software to create and track work orders.
• Communicate status updates with internal customers.

Skills and qualifications:

• Technical degree in welding, electronics, or related systems, or a minimum of 1 year of trailer technician experience.
• Basic welding skills preferred.
• Computer systems and diagnostic software experience.
• Able to provide recommendations regarding maintenance and repair decisions.
• Able to provide own tools within 30 days of hire.

Pay and benefits:

• Competitive hourly wages based on experience.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
• Company-provided uniforms and safety eyewear.
• Discounts on boots.
• Company-paid training.
• Starting wage of $22.60 - $28.20 / hour based on experience. $1.50/hr (Having 50% or greater of the regular weekly scheduled hours worked after 15:00 local time) and $0.65 weekend/hr (weekend hours are defined as hours worked between 2100 Friday and 0500 Monday) Note: non-exempt US shop associates working the specific 3 day, 12-hr shift defined as every Fri/Sat/Sun or every Sat/Sun/Mon receive a $3/hour differential in lieu of the $0.65 for all hours worked and are not eligible for the weekend shift differential.
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Schneider's inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.


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