TRAILER TECHNICIAN - 2ND SHIFT - AUSTIN

Trailer Technician

Trailer Technician performs a variety of preventative maintenance tasks on the company assets. This position completes mechanical repairs to vehicles and equipment, complies with the preventative maintenance schedule, maintains appropriate work records and ensures safe practices, work quality, and accuracy.

Core responsibilities include:

1. Wearing the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when and where required.
2. Completing mechanical repairs to vehicles and equipment.
3. Ensuring safe work practices, work quality, and accuracy.
4. Complying with applicable safety policies and department procedures.
5. Complying with the preventative maintenance program for vehicles.
6. Performing or assisting with the more difficult duties of the work unit, including complex mechanical equipment diagnosis and repair.
7. Maintaining appropriate work records and documents, which may include inspections, repairs, maintenance schedules, and purchases.
8. Being responsible for training assigned personnel.
9. Scheduling, performing, and maintaining inspections records.
10. Carrying out the removal of hazardous waste and recycling materials.
11. Immediately reporting any unsafe practices or safety violations and making corrections.
12. Other duties as assigned.

Required skills and qualifications include:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of air brakes, hydraulics, electrical, and ABS brake systems.
• Experience with various hand tools.
• Must have own tools.

Preferred skills and qualifications include:

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
• Valid class A or B commercial driver's license (CDL).
• Department of Transportation (DOT) inspector's license or the ability to acquire one.
• Welding or fabrication experience.

Required licenses and certifications include:

• Valid Class C driver's license.
• Record of safe driving for the last three years.