Trailer Technician: Weekly Pay & Sign-On Bonus

TEN (Transportation Equipment Network); Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Sign-on bonus

Quarterly bonuses

Health & dental

Paid time off

Education reimbursements

401k match

Recognition programs

Job summary

TEN (Transportation Equipment Network) is seeking a Semi-Trailer Technician to diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of trailers, including dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and utility trailers. You’ll work to ensure safety and regulatory compliance while using diagnostic tools and weld/fabrication skills as needed.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with trailer systems, strong problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safe, compliant work in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Trailer Technician or similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on trailer repair experience.
• Knowledge of brake, suspension, hydraulics, electrical systems and DOT requirements.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, and structural issues on trailers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing.
• Repair or replace brake systems, suspensions, axles, landing gear, and wheel-end components.
• Troubleshoot lighting, wiring, and electrical components.
• Complete frame, body and structural repairs, including welding.

Skills

Trailer repair

Mechanical aptitude

DOT compliance

Diagnostics

Tools

Shop tools

Diagnostic equipment

Welding tools

Job description

TEN (Transportation Equipment Network) is seeking a Semi-Trailer Technician to diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of trailers, including dry vans, reefers, flatbeds, and utility trailers. You’ll work to ensure safety and regulatory compliance while using diagnostic tools and weld/fabrication skills as needed.

Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with trailer systems, strong problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safe, compliant work in a fast-paced shop environment.