Mechanic - Truck/Trailer

Job Description

Job Description

The Tanker-Trailer Mechanic is responsible for performing testing, repairing and maintenance on trailers and tankers to ensure safe and productive operations.

PRIMARY RESPOSIBILITIES

• Perform repairs on steering systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, transmissions, electrical systems and engines
• Perform preventative maintenance (PM) and minor repairs on Kenworth and Freightliner trucks
• Diagnose mechanical problems
• Perform testing and preventative maintenance on trailers
• Perform tank testing (V - External, I - Internal, K - Leakage, P - Pressure, T - Thickness, L - Lining)
• Perform inspections to ensure DOT requirements are met and take corrective measures when required
• Enter work orders into the shop tracking system, TMT
• Read and interpret work orders, communicate with drivers on repairs and discuss preventive measures
• Perform other tasks as assigned, including but not limited to, delivering trucks to and from other branch locations and picking up parts

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Noise level in the work environment can be loud
• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing
• Able to lift and/or move items up to 50 lbs.
• Vision abilities: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Mechanical or trade school certificate preferred
• Tools based on our experience, will allow a window of time to acquire any hand tools you may need. We also strongly recommend a locking toolbox for your station
• Several years of industry knowledge and experience performing maintenance, testing and diagnostics on trailer units and tankers
• Knowledgeable of air/brake systems
• ASE, DOT Mechanic and/or Diesel Mechanic certifications with CDL preferred
• Personal set of tools
• Able to work flexible schedules including shift work, weekends, holidays and on-call rotations for roadside assistance

Company Description

At Sprint Transport, LLC, we specialize in providing exceptional hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquid transportation in the petrochemical industry. Our dedicated fleet of vehicles and extensive inventory of specialty chemical trailers, are of both non-insulated and insulated stainless steel material.

Our company handles long-haul and local movements from terminals centrally located near Houston’s petrochemical hub, the Houston Ship Channel, Baton Rouge, the Golden Triangle, and Freeport.

Sprint Transport, LLC is a high-performance, time-sensitive service that keeps customers' operations working at peak performance levels.

Fully certified and insured, we focus on hiring only experienced chemical drivers, using state-of-the-art equipment, and a time-sensitive scheduling program, all while maintaining a superb safety record. Our drivers have an average of 10+ years of experience and have all the required endorsements related to the products we transport. Safety training is continually updated and modified to address regulatory issues and communicated through specialized training.

Trust Sprint Transport LLC for safe, reliable, and efficient bulk liquid transportation services for the petrochemical industry.

Company Description

At Sprint Transport, LLC, we specialize in providing exceptional hazardous and non-hazardous bulk liquid transportation in the petrochemical industry. Our dedicated fleet of vehicles and extensive inventory of specialty chemical trailers, are of both non-insulated and insulated stainless steel material. \r\n\r\nOur company handles long-haul and local movements from terminals centrally located near Houston’s petrochemical hub, the Houston Ship Channel, Baton Rouge, the Golden Triangle, and Freeport. \r\n\r\nSprint Transport, LLC is a high-performance, time-sensitive service that keeps customers' operations working at peak performance levels. \r\n\r\nFully certified and insured, we focus on hiring only experienced chemical drivers, using state-of-the-art equipment, and a time-sensitive scheduling program, all while maintaining a superb safety record. Our drivers have an average of 10+ years of experience and have all the required endorsements related to the products we transport. Safety training is continually updated and modified to address regulatory issues and communicated through specialized training. \r\n\r\nTrust Sprint Transport LLC for safe, reliable, and efficient bulk liquid transportation services for the petrochemical industry.