Truck & Trailer Mechanic

Depot Connect International; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with generous employer match

Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays

Optional health savings account

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Referral program

Tool purchase program

Proven safety program

Resources for national board ASME certified welder

Job summary

A logistics company in Kent, WA is seeking a DOT inspection certified mechanic with 2-5 years of experience. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical systems on tank trailers, ensuring compliance with DOT standards. The pay range is $22.00 to $42.00 per hour based on experience, with skill-based pay reviews every six months. The role offers various employee benefits such as medical insurance and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of experience in mechanical repairs.
• DOT inspection certification preferred.
• HM183 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and make repairs on mechanical and electrical systems.
• Inspect tanks and trailers to comply with DOT standards.
• Perform maintenance and repair of tank trailers.

Skills

Diagnosing mechanical system failures

Tank service and repair

Trailer suspension installation

Experience with air brake systems

TIG welding

Job description

Job Summary

We are currently searching for a DOT inspection certified mechanic with 2-5+ years of experience. This is for our Kent, WA location.

Shift Hours

Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 7am-3:30pm (occasional Saturdays for optional overtime)

Pay Range

$22.00 to $42.00 per hour, dependent on experience.

Skill-based Pay Reviews

Skill-based pay rate reviews and potential increases every 6 months.

Qualifications

• The ability to diagnose failures and make repairs on mechanical, electrical or other various systems on a tank trailer.
• Tank service and repair
• Trailer suspension installation and repair
• Experience with air brake systems and repairs
• TIG aluminum, stainless or carbon welding experience (optional)
• Ability to effectively and efficiently inspect tanks and trailers to align with DOT standards
• HM183 certified preferred

Physical Demands

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• With assistance, occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
• Must be able to fit through a tank trailer manhole
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays
• Optional health savings account & flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tool purchase program
• Effective and proven safety program
• Resources to become a national board ASME certified welder