Trailer Technician: FHWA Inspection, Weld & Repair Pro

J T Mckinney; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mckinney Trailers is seeking a Trailer Technician in Houston, TX to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on trailers with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include completing FHWA inspections, welding, electrical system work, and interior installations while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. High school diploma or GED with related experience is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 2 years verifiable equipment maintenance related experience.
• FHWA inspection experience is preferred.
• Welding fabrication and metal parts experience required.

Responsibilities

• Meet daily with Service Manager and other operations staff to discuss upcoming orders and equipment demands.
• Record all work performed on repair orders and submit daily lists of completed equipment numbers.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local government and company safety standards.
• Oversee shipping/receiving, inspect, store and retrieve inventory.
• Drive and spot equipment in the yard.
• Report all costs of equipment added to fleet.
• Repair and maintain class 8 trailers.
• Log hours spent on repairs.
• Fabricate and weld, design and install interior components in trailers.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Welding experience

FHWA Inspection experience

ABS troubleshooting

Brake components troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Fork truck operation

Job description

Mckinney Trailers is seeking a Trailer Technician in Houston, TX to perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs on trailers with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include completing FHWA inspections, welding, electrical system work, and interior installations while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. High school diploma or GED with related experience is required.