Trailer Mechanic

Tarper

This position involves, but is not limited to, covering and securing loaded flatbed trailers with tarps and required straps prior to transport. The Tarper's duties include placing a large sheet of plastic over the loaded materials before covering them with tarps in order to protect the load from the weather and dirt. Once the load is covered, the tarps are secured around the load and to the trailer using bungee straps. 4" webbing straps are then placed over the load and used to secure the load per company and DOT guidelines. The position requires working indoors, outdoors, and in varying temperatures depending on the current weather conditions. Pushing, pulling, and lifting of tarps and other materials up to 50 lbs+ may be required on occasion. (Getting help from a co-worker to lift heavy objects is required.) Being able and willing to work as part of a team, but also as a self-motivated individual is required.

Job duties include (but are not limited to):

• Involves covering loaded 45-53 ft flatbed trailers with tarps and securing the load and tarps with bungee cords and 4 inch straps per customer, company, and DOT standards.
• Physical job that may require working indoors and outdoors and in all types of weather.

Permanent position which may require overtime work.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, steel toe footwear, safety green uniform shirt (or reflective safety vest), and hearing protection (in specific areas). All required PPE & uniforms are provided by the company, except steel toe footwear.

Work schedule and compensation:

• $20.00/hr day shifts; $20.50/hr night shift
• Weekly pay - every Friday
• Benefits offered after 90 days of employment
• Direct deposit available

Equal opportunity employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other classification protected by applicable law.