Entry-Level Trailer/Truck Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

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 trailers—you’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

As a Trailer Mechanic, you'll:

• 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

You don't need years of experience—you need the right attitude.

We're looking for someone who is:

• 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?

We're a family-owned trucking company that believes in developing people from within.

We offer:

• 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.

Apply Today

If you're looking for a company that values hard work, invests in your future, and offers a real career—not just another job—we'd like to meet you.

Behnke, Inc.
Build your future. Grow your skills. Keep America moving.