Trailer Technician 2

TEC Equipment; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plans

Vision care

401(k)

Life, disability insurance

EAP

Education assistance

Paid holidays & vacation & sick

Job summary

TEC Equipment is seeking a skilled trailer technician to perform preventative maintenance, diagnose issues, and repair semi-trailers across our network. You will conduct inspections, troubleshoot wiring and electronic systems, and maintain accurate service records.

The role requires 2–5 years of trailer experience, own hand tools, and strong diagnostic software skills. A valid driver’s license is needed. Base pay ranges from $21.68 to $27.10 per hour, with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years working on trailers.
• Must have own hand tools.
• High expertise in troubleshooting using diagnostic software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections and diagnostic tests to troubleshoot issues and repair trailers.
• Troubleshoot and perform complex wiring repairs and diagnose electronic issues.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance and replace worn parts as needed.
• Maintain a safe and organized work area and meet shop quality standards.
• Maintain vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Remove and replace main structural components of a trailer when required.

Skills

Diagnostic software

Troubleshooting

Record keeping

Physical stamina

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

About Us

Headquartered in Portland, Oregon, TEC has 30+ locations from Seattle to San Diego to the Midwest, serving thousands of customers across Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada, Arizona, Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota. TEC Equipment features Mack and Volvo heavy-duty trucks, Hino and Isuzu medium duty trucks, Stoughton trailers and Cottrell auto transport trailers. We offer a large and desirable inventory of new Mack and Volvo heavy-duty trucks and all makes of used trucks. Our full-service line-up also features quality parts, state-of-the-art service, collision centers and fuel, leasing/rental, financing, and insurance. Our locations are authorized service centers for Mack, Volvo, Cummins, Meritor, Eaton and Fuller warranties. TEC truly offers the convenience of one-stop shopping for all trucking-related needs.

Overview

This position is primarily responsible for performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing, and repairing semi-trailers. We offer Technician support across the TEC network and training support from our Corporate Service team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections and diagnostic tests to troubleshoot issues and repair vehicle to proper operating condition, including performing FHWA/BIT inspections
• Troubleshoot and perform complex wiring repairs and diagnose and repair any electronic issues
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance services. Identify worn and damaged parts all parts to include major components, repairing, adjusting, or replacing as needed
• Maintain safe and organized work area
• Ability to be on task to meet shop quality and efficiency standards and take ownership of assigned jobs to ensure quality repairs
• Maintain vehicle records by annotating services and repairs
• Must use all safety equipment necessary for the job
• Maintain current knowledge of job and technical skills by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical and regulation publications
• Ability to remove and replace main structural components of a reefer or dry van semi-trailer, including but not limited to panel replacement, top rail, bottom rail, corner radius, nose rail, roof, rear doors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years working on trailers
• Must have own hand tools
• High expertise in troubleshooting using diagnostic software
• Proficient computer skills to input vehicle maintenance records and utilize diagnostic software
• Ability to meet physical demands of the job (job requires frequent lifting/moving up to 50lbs, climbing, stooping, kneeling, seeing, grasping, hearing, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain predictable and reliable attendance and work in a safe and alert manner
• Valid driver's license and able to meet insurance requirements. CDL license preferred but not required

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is $21.68 to $27.10.

Benefits

TEC provides our employees and their families with a full menu of health, wellness, and retirement benefits.

• Choice of two comprehensive medical plan options that include prescription drug coverage
• Choice of two dental plans that cover preventative and diagnostic care, basic and major services, and orthodontia for children
• Vision care, discounted hearing exams, and hearing aids
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Life, accident, and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Education assistance
• Seven paid holidays, vacation accrual of at least 48 hours per year, and paid sick

New hires are eligible to participate in TEC Equipment’s comprehensive benefits plan the first of the month following your date of hire.

Statements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all applicable screenings.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.