Trailer Mechanic

Trailer Mechanic

Our ideal candidate should have previous experience as a trailer mechanic. The trailer mechanic focuses specifically on the maintenance and repair of trailer components, including the trailer's axles, tires, brakes, and electrical systems.

Job Duties will include but not limited to:

• Preventative maintenance and repair all systems on Trailers to meet the standards set forth by DOT
• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races and associated parts
• Repair electrical and lighting systems
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, and sub frames
• Repair mud flap brackets and dolly leg assembles
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim
• Repair roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails
• Experience and knowledge to repair of trailer components, including the trailer's axles, tires, brakes, and electrical systems etc

Qualifications

• Mechanic DOT certification required
• Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus
• Valid driver's license with a safe driving record
• Must pass a pre employment medical physical and drug screen
• Must pass a background check
• Ability to communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills
• Mechanic trade school or equivalent work experience
• Preferred high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus

Physical Requirements

• Work Environment: Scrap yard, large equipment metal processing area
• Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, electrical Safety equipment, hand tools, and PPE specialized for electricians.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate, Work Capacity: Mechanic Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands: Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, twisting

Job Expectations

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

SA Recycling offers:

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Safety and Profitability Bonuses

PLEASE NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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