Trailer Technician Level A - Palmer, TX

C4 Technical Services; Palmer (TX); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

C4 Technical Services in Palmer, TX is seeking a Trailer Technician A to perform advanced maintenance and repairs on semi-trailers. You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and structural issues, replace defective components, and ensure trailers are safe and roadworthy.

The role requires extensive hands-on experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced shop and field environment.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of trailer maintenance and repair experience and/or training.
• Experience in the trailer/transportation industry.
• Ability to independently diagnose and repair trailer components.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair trailer components, including electrical wiring, roofs, upper couplers, and rear door frames.
• Troubleshoot and repair air braking systems including ABS.
• Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems and related components.
• Install hub and drum assemblies, bearings, seals, and races.

Skills

Mechanical expertise

DOT regulations

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Tools

Welding equipment

Carpentry tools

Job description

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• (1) - First Shift: 7:00 AM to 4:00PM
• (1) - Second Shift: 3:30 PM to 12:30 AM
• Pay Rate: $32.00 to $42.00 Depending on experience

• Contract or Direct Hire depending on experience
• (1) - First Shift: 7:00 AM to 4:00PM
• (1) - Second Shift: 3:30 PM to 12:30 AM
• Pay Rate: $32.00 to $42.00 Depending on experience

Job Summary: The Trailer Technician A is a senior-level technician responsible for the advanced maintenance, repair,and inspection of semi-trailers to ensure they are safe, efficient, and roadworthy. Primary duties of thisrole include diagnosing a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and structural issues, repairing orreplacing damaged components, and providing expert recommendations on trailer upkeep. The Trailer Technician A uses specialized tools and equipment to perform major repairs on various trailer types, suchas air brake repairs, suspension adjustments, electrical wiring, and axle wheel assemblies. Success inthis role requires in-depth technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, a strong knowledge of trailersystems, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position is safety sensitive.

• Independently diagnose and repair various trailer components, including electrical wiring, roofs,panels, upper couplers, and rear door frames
• Troubleshoot and repair all aspects of air braking systems including ABS
• Troubleshoot and repair all aspects of spring and air ride suspensions, with an understanding ofheight control valves and manual and automatic dump valves
• Using proper torque procedures, complete axle wheel assemblies including proper installation ofhub and drum assemblies, bearings, seals, and races
• Troubleshoot and repair all aspects of electrical wiring systems, including all lights, 7-wayreceptacles, interior lighting and switches
• Diagnose and repair body and undercarriage damage on all trailer types, ranging from smallpanel replacements to complex structural repairs
• Perform diagnoses and maintenance on refrigeration units
• Perform preventative maintenance, which includes maintaining proper oil levels in hubcaps,ensuring proper air pressure in tires, greasing all fittings, ensuring proper adjustments on S-cambrakes, and performing minor light repairs and replacements
• Provide guidance, support, and training to Level B and C technicians and trainees
• Provide expertise on complex repairs and recommend long-term solutions for recurring issues
• Complete work orders in accordance with SOPs
• Accurately document all work performed and parts listed
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Adhere to all safety standards and SOPs during all repair activities, including the use of personalprotective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and hearing protection

• Mechanical expertise and advanced technical skills
• Strong understanding of tools and specialized equipment used in trailer maintenance
• Proven ability to independently perform complex repairs
• Advanced carpentry, welding, and/or fabrication skills
• Advanced knowledge of trailer systems
• Strong understanding of DOT regulations
• Basic proficiency with computer systems
• Safety awareness
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Five or more years of trailer maintenance and repair experience and/or training
• Experience in the trailer/transportation industry

• None

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, and crawling in confined spaces
• Manual dexterity to operate hand and power tools
• Ability to work at heights using lifts and ladders
• Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds

• Repair shop and outdoor environment
• Regular exposure to outside weather conditions
• Exposure to loud noise, vibration, dust, grease or oil, and fumes or airborne particle