Trailer Technician

Werner Enterprises Inc; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability plans

Supplemental coverage

Job summary

Werner Enterprises is seeking an equipment maintenance technician to inspect, repair, and maintain trucks to meet DOT standards. This safety-sensitive role involves brake, axle, electrical, and refrigeration system work across Werner's fleet.

The position requires basic mechanical skills and familiarity with hand tools, with welding/plasma cutting capability preferred. Benefits include a comprehensive package and a focus on safety and quality service.

Qualifications

• Less than High School Diploma.
• Minimum 3 months mechanical experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of tools.

Responsibilities

• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races, and associated parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and lighting systems and associated parts.
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, sub frames and its associated parts, air bags and air system components.
• Repair or replace ICC’s, ICC braces, mud flap brackets, dolly leg assemblies, and any other associated part by means of welding or cutting with oxy-acetylene torch.
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim, and minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and all associated parts.
• Service and maintain refrigerated units, such as, changing oil, filters minor engine components, and any associated parts.
• Clean own personal area during and at the end of each shift.
• Assist in performing any task outside those not listed in primary job functions.

Skills

Tractor/trailer systems knowledge

Hand tools

Welding/plasma cutting

Education

Less than High School Diploma

Tools

MIG welder

Plasma cutter

Oxy-acetylene torch

Job description

The main purpose of this position is to maintain and repair all equipment to meet minimum standards set forth by the Department of Transportation. Also the technician must meet the standards of Werner Enterprises and its subsidiaries. Due to the nature of the essential job functions of this role, this is a safety sensitive position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races, and associated parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and lighting systems and associated parts.
• Repair or replace chassis components such as, springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, sub frames and its associated parts, air bags and air system components.
• Repair or replace ICC’s, ICC braces, mud flap brackets, dolly leg assemblies, and any other associated part by means of welding or cutting with oxy-acetylene torch.
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim, and minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and all associated parts.
• Service and maintain refrigerated units, such as, changing oil, filters minor engine components, and any associated parts.
• Clean own personal area during and at the end of each shift.
• Assist in performing any task outside those not listed in primary job functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of all systems pertaining to tractor/trailer operations preferred.
• Knowledge and use of hand tools from simple wrenches to pneumatic tools.
• Ability to use a MIG welder, Plasma cutter and oxy-acetylene torch preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Less than High School Diploma.
• Minimum 3 months mechanical experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of tools.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $18.42 - $24.56 per hour. Offers determined based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

We know benefits are critical and we are committed to offering comprehensive and affordable options for you and your loved ones. This position is eligible for benefits, which include medical, dental and vision plans. We also offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, paid time off, life insurance, disability plans and other optional supplemental coverage.

Werner Enterprises provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information or veteran status or other status protected by law.

We encourage applicants of all ages as we do not discriminate on the basis of an applicant's age.

Werner Enterprises delivers superior truckload transportation and logistics services to customers across the United States, Mexico and Canada. With 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion, an industry-leading modern truck and trailer fleet, nearly 14,000 talented associates and our innovative Werner EDGE technology, we are an essential solutions provider for customers who value the integrity of their supply chain and require safe and exceptional on-time service. Werner provides Dedicated and One-Way Truckload services as well as Logistics services that include truckload brokerage, freight management, intermodal and final mile. As an industry leader, Werner is deeply committed to promoting sustainability and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion.