Trailer Technician - DOT-Ready Fleet Maintenance

Pinnacle Equipment Co; Fontana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle Equipment Co in Fontana, CA is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain our fleet of trailers and related equipment, ensuring safe, DOT-compliant operation in shop and yard. You will perform preventive maintenance, repair brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems, weld and fabricate as needed, document work, and uphold Cal/OSHA safety standards.

Requires 2+ years experience, high school diploma, valid CA driver’s license, hand tools, ability to lift 50

Qualifications

• Two years of hands-on experience repairing and maintaining trailers, heavy-duty trucks, or comparable commercial equipment.
• Knowledge of air brake, electrical, hydraulic, and suspension systems.
• Ability to read and interpret repair manuals, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Valid California driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Possession of personal hand tools appropriate to the trade.
• Knowledge of and ability to comply with DOT, FMCSA, and Cal/OSHA safety regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and perform physically demanding work in varying conditions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair trailers, including brakes, suspension, axles, wheel ends, tires, lighting, and electrical and air systems
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and federal annual inspections to keep trailers compliant with DOT, FMCSA, and California Highway Patrol requirements
• Troubleshoot and repair air brake systems, hydraulics, landing gear, suspension/airbags, doors, and refrigeration units as applicable
• Perform welding, fabrication, and structural repairs to trailer frames, floors, and bodies
• Replace and repair tires, wheels, and bearings, verifying proper torque and alignment
• Move, position, and road test trailers within the yard to confirm repair quality
• Accurately document inspections, repairs, parts used, and labor in the fleet maintenance management system
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in compliance with Cal/OSHA and company safety policies
• Respond to roadside or after-hours emergency repair needs as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Air brake systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Suspension systems

Reading manuals/schematics

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pinnacle Equipment Co in Fontana, CA is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain our fleet of trailers and related equipment, ensuring safe, DOT-compliant operation in shop and yard. You will perform preventive maintenance, repair brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems, weld and fabricate as needed, document work, and uphold Cal/OSHA safety standards.

Requires 2+ years experience, high school diploma, valid CA driver’s license, hand tools, ability to lift 50