Trailer Technician II

Fleetpride; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay with monthly bonuses

Full benefits & retirement enrollment

2 weeks of vacation

Paid sick time

6 paid holidays

Double-time on holidays

Matco Tool Program

Tooling discounts

Live paid training

Annual boot program

Free uniforms

PPE provided

Job summary

The Mobile Trailer Technician II role at FleetPride requires mastering preventative maintenance and performing basic to advanced repairs on Class 7 and 8 trailers with limited supervision. You may work in the shop between service calls and participate in after-hours on-call rotations when needed.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, 3+ years of trailer repair experience with welding, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; welding cert is a plus.
• 3+ years of experience repairing class 7–8 trailers and welding.
• Valid driver's license; Class A CDL preferred; must provide hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Examine trailers to determine extent of damage or malfunction.
• Diagnose, repair, build and rebuild trailer components.
• Provide preventative maintenance recommendations to customers.
• Maintain 80% productivity and prevent comebacks.
• Perform lubrication and component replacements as scheduled.
• Repair brakes, test systems, and inspect suspension components.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and drive safely.

Skills

Trailer repair

Fabrication & welding

Hand tools

Valid driver's license

CDL preferred

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certificate/degree

Tools

Diagnostic equipment knowledge

Job description

## Trailer Technician IIApply: Ellenwood, Georgia: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ26-24037FleetPride is the largest after-market distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts in the U.S. with some of the best and brightest people in the business! Partner with the best in the heavy-duty industry and apply today!**Perks for all Technicians at FleetPride**Weekly Pay with Monthly Bonuses based on ProductivityFull Benefits & Retirement Enrollment Available on DAY ONE2 Weeks of Vacation and at Least 24 Hours of Paid Sick Time, starting at 90 days6 Paid Holidays-Get Paid to Stay Home, Get Double-Time if You WorkMatco Tool Program-Free and Discounted Tooling AvailableLive Paid Training-Including OEM Engine ClassesAnnual Boot Program and Free UniformsSafety Glasses, Gloves, and other PPE ProvidedSpecialty Tooling and Diagnostic Software Provided**GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION** The Mobile Trailer Technician II is expected to have mastered all applications of Preventative Maintenance and to perform basic and advanced adjustments, repairs and component replacements with limited supervision on Class 7 and 8 trailers. Additionally, will perform basic diagnostic operations in order to successfully diagnose trailer system failures and suggest accurate system repairs. This technician will also work in the shop between service calls. They may also be asked to participate in the after-hour on-call rotation for the location, if needed.**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES*** Examine trailers to determine extent of damage or malfunction(s).* Diagnoses, repairs, builds and rebuilds all parts of trailer equipment* Provide customers with preventative maintenance solution, whenever appropriate.* Maintain 80% productivity* Prevent comebacks* Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of trailers and equipment.* Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as lubrications and component replacements.* Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories).* Test components using proper equipment to ensure proper operations.* Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems including leaf and coil spring systems, and Hendrickson walking beam type suspension systems.* Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding.* File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.* Maintain a clean and organized workspace and service truck.* Practice safe driving.**EDUCATION & TRAINING*** High school diploma or GED* Vocational and/or Welding certificate/degree is a plus, but not required.**KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE*** 3 + years of experience with repairing class 7 & 8 trailers* Carpentry fabrication and welding**SKILLS & ABILITIES*** Valid driver’s license with good driving record required.* Class A CDL is preferred, but not required.* Must provide hand tools, air tools, and toolbox.* Maintain perfect safety record* Ability to lift 50lbs.**WORKING CONDITIONS****WORK ENVIRONMENT** - Exposure to Inside/Outside Conditions, Extreme Temperatures (average of 100 Degrees F), Humid Conditions, Chemical Hazards, Vibration, Equipment Noise, Work in enclosed and confined spaces.FleetPride is the leader in the industry comprised of retail, service, distribution and wholesale divisions.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.