Trailer Technician

Happy Trailer Sales, LLC; Willow Park (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Happy Trailers is seeking a high-energy technician to diagnose, repair, and fabricate components for trailers in a shop environment in Texas. You will work on electrical and hydraulic systems, install lighting and tarp kits, and perform welding and fabrication of components.

The role requires reading wiring diagrams, safety compliance, and the ability to lift up to 150 lbs. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with some Saturday hours as needed, and benefits including health and dental

Qualifications

• 2–4 years in trailer repair, fabrication, or related mechanical trade.
• Proficiency in MIG welding and fabrication techniques.
• Strong diagnostic skills in electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of suspension, brake, and axle systems.
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safe shop practices.
• Ability to lift up to 150 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions.
• Welding certification preferred but not required.
• Valid driver’s license, forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot trailer electrical systems.
• Install and repair lighting, wiring, brackets.
• Replace and wire breakaway kits and junction boxes.
• Install tarp kits, wireless remotes, vents, E-tracks, mounts.
• Replace steel decking, plywood, and install rubber flooring.
• Weld and replace trailer jacks.
• Fabricate and weld components (D-rings, toolboxes, hinges, safety chains, fenders).
• Install A-frame toolboxes and couplers.
• Inspect, service, and replace suspension systems.
• Replace air ride valves, compressors, axles, brakes, drums, magnets, seals, bearings.
• Perform bearing repacks and axle oil changes.
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic issues; replace cylinders, pumps, valves, hoses.

Skills

Trailer repair

MIG welding

Electrical diagnosis

Hydraulic systems

Suspension/brakes

Wiring diagrams

OSHA safety

Heavy lifting

Welding certification

Driver’s license

Forklift operation

Job description

We are looking for a high-energy team member with the desire to learn and grow in our company!

Happy Trailers is a family owned and operated business with 14 locations and growing in Texas and Oklahoma. Our core values are Positively Happy, Uncommonly Honest, Extreme Customer Focus, Relentless Hustle, and Professional Excellence and we take these seriously! If you are looking for a fun, rewarding position and feel you agree with the core values above we want to talk to you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot trailer electrical systems
• Install and repair lighting systems, including wiring and brackets
• Replace and wire breakaway kits and junction boxes
• Install tarp kits, wireless remote systems, vents, E-tracks, and spare tire mounts
• Replace steel decking, plywood, and install rubber flooring
• Weld and replace trailer jacks
• Fabricate and weld components including D-rings, toolboxes, hinges, safety chains,
• fenders, winch plates, and more
• Install A-frame toolboxes and couplers
• Inspect, service, and replace suspension systems
• Replace air ride valves, air compressors, axles, brakes, drums, magnets, seals, and
• bearings
• Perform bearing repacks and axle oil changes
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic issues
• Replace hydraulic cylinders, pumps, valves, and hoses

Qualifications:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in trailer repair, fabrication, or a related mechanical trade
• Proficiency in MIG welding and fabrication techniques
• Strong diagnostic skills in electrical and hydraulic systems
• Working knowledge of suspension, brake, and axle systems
• Ability to read wiring diagrams and technical drawings
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and safe shop practices
• Ability to lift up to 150 lbs and work in physically demanding conditions (standing,
• kneeling, bending, etc.)
• Welding certification (preferred but not required)
• Valid driver’s license
• Forklift operation experience

Work Environment:

• Primarily shop-based with occasional outdoor work
• Must be comfortable working in varying weather conditions and environments

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM (as needed)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance