Trailer Technician: PM, Diagnostics & Air Brakes

AgUpdate; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance after 30 days

Paid time off from day one

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Job summary

AgUpdate is seeking a Trailer Technician to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on trailers, containers, and related equipment. The role includes air brake systems and FHWA inspections, with a focus on safety and adherence to company standards.

Your experience should include hands-on trailer work and the ability to work with refrigerations units when needed; mentoring junior techs may be part of the job. This is a full-time position in New Jersey with a daytime shift.

Qualifications

• 18+ years old.
• 1 year hands-on mechanic experience servicing semi-trailers.
• A/C and DOT inspections (FHWA) certified.
• Own basic tools or purchase through JB Hunt program.

Responsibilities

• Perform trailer preventive maintenance, diagnostics and repairs on trailer inventory, including air brake systems and FHWA inspections.
• Troubleshoot and complete repairs to OEM and company standards within SRT and warranty guidelines.
• Follow safety procedures and complete work orders.
• Support specialized equipment (e.g., refrigerated units) and escalated repairs.
• Mentor junior technicians as needed.

Skills

Trailer maintenance

Diagnostics

Safety procedures

Tools

Basic tools

Job description

AgUpdate is seeking a Trailer Technician to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on trailers, containers, and related equipment. The role includes air brake systems and FHWA inspections, with a focus on safety and adherence to company standards.

Your experience should include hands-on trailer work and the ability to work with refrigerations units when needed; mentoring junior techs may be part of the job. This is a full-time position in New Jersey with a daytime shift.