Trailer Technician/Mechanic

Trailer Technician/MechanicAre you a hands-on technician who wants to be a part of a team, working to keep essential equipment on the road?North Central Utility (NCU), the second largest Utility Trailer dealer in the US, is looking for a self-motivated and results-driven Trailer Technician/Mechanic to join our growing family. If transportation is the lifeblood of America, our techs are the heartbeat that keeps the blood flowing.At NCU, our techs work on equipment that the country depends on. Whether they’re moving fresh produce, pharmaceuticals, or light beer, our customers count on NCU to provide world-class service. You’ll be part of a tight-knit team that feels more like a family than another 9-to-5.Wage & Benefits:$20-$40/hour based on experienceMonthly performance-based commissions401(k) with company match & profit sharingHealth, Dental, Vision, Life and Short-term Disability insuranceFlexible Spending Accounts – FSA Section 125 programPaid time offPaid holidays (8.5 days)Training and professional development opportunitiesAnnual safety shoe and tool allowancesJob Duties and Responsibilities:Inspect, troubleshoot and perform a variety of repairs on semi-trailersPerform all aspects of trailer body & wreck repairsResponsible for replacing body parts on reefers, dry vans, flatbeds and various other types of trailersDiagnose and make recommendations to manager on repairs as requiredAir and electrical system diagnostics and repairPreventative maintenancePerform all types of welding (i.e. - aluminum, mild steel, and stainless steel)Fabricate or modify trailer body partsMaintain allocated time on all repairs and modificationsCertified to conduct DOT inspections (or willing to become certified)Perform job assignments in accordance with DOT requirements, government laws, regulations, and ordinancesAll work processes will be electronically documented in the systemOperate a forkliftOperate a scissor liftFollow company repair and safety best practicesMaintain established company quality standardsMaintain and promote a safe work environmentUse and promote PPE and the use of safety equipmentPrepared and ready to work at the start of each shiftHelpful and considerate to co-workers and customersAdhere to all company policies, procedures, and rules of conductMaintain a clean and safe work area at all timesAssist other technicians, Service Manager, and Shop Foreman as neededQualifications:High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferredBasic set of tools and previous experience preferredAbility to meet the physical demands of the positionDriver's LicenseJob Type: Full-timeSchedule: Day shift M-F (no weekends)Supervisory Responsibilities: NoThis position is a safety-sensitive position, requiring pre-employment and post-accident drug testing.North Central Utility is one of the largest semi-trailer dealerships in the nation and the largest in the North Central region with 10 locations throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota and North Dakota. We are a family-owned and operated company with 2nd and 3rd generations taking the reins of leadership.NCU offers reefers, dry vans, and flatbed trailers from Utility Trailer Manufacturing at all locations and vocational trailers from MAC Trailers in Wisconsin - we sell new and used semi-trailers. With Moore Space, we offer temporary storage container solutions as well.Our parts department has an extensive inventory of Heavy-Duty Truck/Tractor and Trailer parts. Our broad product line and geographic coverage ensure we are a “One Stop Shop” for truck and semi-trailer parts.Our service department offers everything from routine maintenance, certified DOT inspections, to precision laser alignment, as well as complete wreck repair for trailers of all makes and models. With the addition of Cargobull reefer units to the Utility portfolio, NCU is expanding our Transport Refrigeration Unit (TRU) and mobile service capabilities. No job is too big or too small for our skilled service technicians.