Trailer Mechanics

Job Description

Job Description

Qualified Trailer Mechanic

American Transportation Services has immediate openings for qualified trailer mechanic. We provide a stable friendly work environment with many flexible shift options to suit your specific needs. Selected candidates will be responsible for maintaining trailering equipment for a Fortune 500 package delivery company in a clean well-maintained environment.

We offer Competitive Wages, Flexible Hours, as well as the following benefits:

• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company pays up to 70% of employee medical and up to 50% of dependent coverage
• 401K Retirement
• Incentive based bonus program.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid Holidays (upon completion 90 days of employment)
• Flexible schedule, 3 different shifts
• 4-10 work shift available.
• Training Programs
• Opportunity to promote within
• Relocation options around the country

Requirements:

Qualified Mechanic: 1-3 years as a trailer/chassis mechanic (or similar). Possess most required tools.

Must Pass Background Check

Responsibilities Include but not limited to:

• Perform FAI and State required inspections.
• Inspect and repair “S” cam air brake systems.
• Diagnose and repair anti-lock brake systems.
• Perform repairs to commercial trailers and converter dollies in all potential aspects.
• Perform the required paperwork and/or computer records accordingly.

Qualifications are, but not limited to:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Must have basic computer skills
• Must have necessary tools to perform job functions
• Willing to work on becoming certified in DOT inspections, Air brake certifications, ASE certified.
• MIG Welding preferred
• Trailer repair: Minimum 1 years’ experience Required
• Brakes (lining, chambers, slack adjusters, air lines, etc.)
• ABS - System troubleshooting and repair
• Side sheet repairs - patch
• Corner Radius Repairs
• Lighting - Troubleshooting and repairs
• Landing gear repairs
• Roll-up & swing door replacements/ repairs
• Roof repairs – patch, section and replacement
• Scuff liner repairs and or replacements
• Suspensions repairs and replacement
• Major trailer repair/wreck repairs
• Bottom/top rail repairs and or replacements
• Side sheet replacements
• Floor section replacements
• Threshold repair/replacements

American Transportation Services is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

Pay is based on verifiable experience and/or certifications and past working history.