Trailer Technician - Rockford, IL

Socket.dev; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off + holidays

Boot & safety glasses allowance

Paid training & certification support

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is seeking an Experienced Trailer Technician for our Rockford, IL location. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, repairs on semi-trailers and refrigerated trailers, and DOT/FHWA inspections.

You’ll diagnose brakes, ABS, electrical issues, and perform welding, fabrication, and structural repairs. We offer a Monday–Friday day shift, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, with no weekends. Benefits include health/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, PTO and holidays, training support,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or technical training required.
• Experience with semi-trailers and refrigerated trailers preferred.
• Welding and fabrication skills required.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel occasionally for training.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trailers and refrigerated trailers
• Perform DOT/FHWA inspections and related repairs
• Diagnose and repair trailer brakes and ABS systems
• Perform tire repairs and replacements
• Repair trailer bodies, structures, floors, and rear doors
• Perform steel and aluminum welding
• Fabricate and modify trailers and customer vehicles
• Perform trailer electrical repairs and troubleshooting
• Perform insulation and foaming of refrigerated trailers and vans
• Perform road service when needed
• Service and repair company vehicles and equipment
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and other shop equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop

Skills

Trailer repair experience

Diesel/Heavy-Duty Technician

Welding

Fabrication

DOT/FHWA inspections

Valid driver's license

Safety awareness

Team player

Education

High school diploma or technical training

Tools

Forklift certification

Welding & diagnostic tools

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: ROCKFORD OFFICE - ROCKFORD, IL, Salary Range: $24.50 - $35.00Hourly, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Experienced Trailer Technician / Trailer Mechanic Transport Refrigeration, Inc. Rockford, IL Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM No Weekends $24.50 - $35.00/hour – Based on Experience

Pay & Benefits

• $24.50 - $35.00/hour, based on experience
• Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
• No weekends
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off + holidays
• Boot & safety glasses allowance
• Paid training and certification support
• Career advancement opportunities

What You'll Do

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trailers and refrigerated trailers
• Perform DOT/FHWA inspections and related repairs
• Diagnose and repair trailer brakes and ABS systems
• Perform tire repairs and replacements
• Repair trailer bodies, structures, floors, and rear doors
• Perform steel and aluminum welding
• Fabricate and modify trailers and customer vehicles
• Perform trailer electrical repairs and troubleshooting
• Perform insulation and foaming of refrigerated trailers and vans
• Perform road service when needed
• Service and repair company vehicles and equipment
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and other shop equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop

What We're Looking For

• Previous trailer repair experience required
• Experience as a Trailer Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, or Heavy-Duty Technician
• Experience repairing semi-trailers, refrigerated trailers, or commercial trailers
• Strong welding and fabrication skills
• Experience with trailer brakes, ABS, electrical systems, tires, and structural repairs
• Ability to perform or learn DOT/FHWA inspections
• High school diploma, technical school, or equivalent experience
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
• ASE certification or willingness to obtain and maintain certifications
• Ability to travel occasionally for training
• Obtain required tools and toolbox
• Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
• Dependable, professional, and team-oriented

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs. several times per day and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, climb, push, and pull
• Work around and underneath trailers using ladders, scaffolding, and creepers
• Operate company and customer vehicles, forklifts, hoists, and shop equipment
• Perform repetitive hand movements and use hand tools throughout the workday

Why Join Transport Refrigeration?

You'll be joining a growing company and a brand-new Rockford location with the opportunity to help build a strong local service team. We provide truck, trailer, and transport refrigeration service and repair for customers across multiple industries. Our technicians work on a wide variety of equipment, giving experienced technicians the opportunity to use and expand their skills.

Qualifications

Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Direct applicants only - no recruiting agencies.