Trailer Technician - Overnight

Stevens Transport; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stevens Transport's Paragon Fleet Maintenance Group is seeking a Trailer Technician to perform scheduled and unplanned maintenance on trailers and ThermoKing refrigeration units. You will diagnose, repair, and replace components to DOT standards while keeping a clean, organized shop.

Join a growing department with opportunities to specialize in trailers and advance your skills. A valid Class C license and ability to read manuals are required, with 2+ years of field experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of trailer technician experience.
• Ability to read and understand operating manuals, service manuals and written instruction.
• Valid Class C driver's license.
• Ability to clearly read, write and speak English.
• Basic math calculations.

Responsibilities

• Performing scheduled and non-routine repairs to meet DOT standards.
• Making sure that lights are functioning properly, and wiring is secure.
• Repair or Replace coupling issues.
• Repairing or replacing brakes, wheel seals and suspension.
• Repairing or replacing airlines.
• Preventable Maintenance on ThermoKing Refrigeration units.
• Maintaining a clean and neat shop.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Trailer Technician

Tools

DOT Standards

Breaks

Suspension

Air lines

Electrical wiring repairs

Wheel seals

Organized

Tools

Basic Tools

Job description

Job Description

Department
Paragon Fleet Maintenance Group

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

We are currently seeking a Trailer Technician who is responsible for completing preventative maintenance on our trailers and refrigeration units.

If you are looking to specialize in trailers or looking to expand your trailer experience in a growing department with lateral opportunities, come make Stevens Transport's Paragon Leasing your new home.

Key Responsibilities

• Performing scheduled and non-routine repairs to meet DOT standards
• Making sure that lights are functioning properly, and wiring is secure
• Repair or Replace coupling issues
• Repairing or replacing brakes, wheel seals and suspension.
• Repairing or replacing airlines
• Preventable Maintenance on ThermoKing Refrigeration units
• Maintaining a clean and neat shop
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Tools set for job functions
• 2+ years of trailer technician experience
• Ability to read and understand operating manuals, service manuals and written instruction
• Valid Class C driver's license
• Ability to clearly read, write and speak English
• Basic math calculations

Preferred Qualifications

• Preventable Maintenance experience on ThermoKing units

Skills And Abilities

• Trailer Technician
• Skilled with Tools
• DOT Standards
• Breaks
• Suspension
• Air lines
• Electrical wiring repairs
• Wheel seals
• Organized
• Clean workspace

Physical Demands

• Maneuvering around, in, on, and under trucks/tight spaces to properly inspect and diagnose problems
• Standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, crawling, pushing, and pulling with a full range of body movements
• Using hands to handle, control or feel
• Climbing ladders, stairs, and platforms
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds

Work Experience

2+ years of trailer technician experience

Medical, Vision, Dental, Supplemental, and Life Insurances available + 401(k) retirement plan and quarterly match.

Education

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified candidates are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.