Entry-Level Trailer/Truck Technician

Trailer/Truck Mechanic Apprentice Entry-Level Trailer/Truck Technician

Grow Your Career Into Diesel & Truck Repair

Location: Battle Creek, MI

Company: Behnke, Inc.

Looking for more than just another mechanic job?

If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy working with your hands, and want to build a long-term career, this is your opportunity. At Behnke, you don't just fix trailersyou'll develop into a skilled diesel and truck technician. Whether you've worked on cars, farm equipment, heavy equipment, trailers, or simply have strong mechanical aptitude, we'll help you build the skills needed to become a well-rounded Tractor/Trailer technician. If you're motivated, dependable, and eager to learn, we'll invest in you.

What You'll Do

• Perform preventative maintenance inspections
• Repair trailer brakes, suspension, hubs, and wheel ends
• Replace lights, wiring, ABS components, and electrical systems
• Repair doors, roofs, floors, and trailer bodies
• Diagnose and repair air systems
• Perform DOT inspections
• Weld and fabricate minor trailer repairs (training available)
• Work alongside experienced technicians while developing your skills

As your experience grows, you'll have opportunities to train on:

• Diesel engines
• Tractor preventative maintenance
• Air brake systems
• Truck electrical diagnostics
• Steering and suspension
• Engine diagnostics and repair

What We're Looking For

• Mechanically inclined
• Reliable and shows up ready to work
• Willing to learn every day
• Takes pride in quality work
• Works safely
• Enjoys solving problems

Experience with any of the following is a plus:

• Automotive repair
• Trailer repair
• Heavy equipment
• Farm equipment
• Welding
• Diesel technology classes
• Technical school

Why Join Behnke?

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Paid training
• Career advancement opportunities
• Modern shop with quality equipment
• Stable, year-round work
• Health insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Retirement benefits
• Supportive team environment

Your Career Path

This isn't a dead-end trailer repair job. Our goal is to help motivated technicians progress from:

Trailer Mechanic

Trailer Technician

Diesel Technician

Senior Truck & Trailer Mechanic

If you're willing to learn, we'll provide opportunities to expand your knowledge and responsibilities as your skills grow.

Build your future. Grow your skills. Keep America moving.