Trailer Technician

Nussbaum Trailer Maintenance Technician

Welcome! Thanks for stopping by. We're excited that you're considering Nussbaum as the next step in your career! To kick it off, here's a little about who we are:

• We are Employee Owned. All of our people receive an ownership stake in the company via our ESOP.
• We are Purpose Driven. Our goal is to make a positive impact through each interaction. Therefore, character and integrity are essential.
• We celebrate faith & family. We believe God owns this business and we're just stewards for a season.
• Innovation is our thing. We're bent on continuous improvement and crushing expectations. We aren't afraid to try something new.
• We enjoy being at work. The transportation industry is hectic, but we do our best to have fun along the way.

Does that match what you're looking for?

Now, for those job details

Nussbaum is looking for a strong customer-service oriented person to maintain our fleet of trailers in our local shop. We are looking for someone who will thrive in a fast-paced, positive work environment and possess strong communication skills as well as an understanding of driver needs.

• Perform work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Nussbaum shop and warranty standards.
• Maintain fleet through Preventative Maintenance
• Heavy electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Brake and Wheel-end repairs
• Suspension diagnosing and repair work
• Light to heavy body repair
• Installation and servicing of third-party add-ons
• Accurately log and track your work within maintenance software.
• Document/write diagnostic steps and corrective actions implemented
• Willingness to continually learn as equipment technologies change.

Schedule

• Full-time Positions
• Current Shifts
  • Monday through Friday 6am-2:30pm
  • Sunday through Wednesday 2-12:30am
  • Tuesday through Friday 2-12:30am
• Shift availability based on company needs at the time of hire
• Differential in place for 2nd shift
• Location: Corporate Offices 19336 N. 1425 East Rd., Hudson, IL 61748

Benefits & Perks

• Pay range: $18 $40 per hour, depending on skills and experience. With questions on pay, please reach out to the HR team.
• 401(k) match.
• Professional development opportunities
  • Tech Training
  • Personal Development
• Quarterly Tool Allowance $200 Annually
• Annual Boot Allowance $300($100 annually)
• Opportunities to gain additional PTO through Holiday Schedule
• Access to three tool distributors weekly (Matco, Snap-On, Cornwell)
• Paid holidays & escalating PTO.
• Cross-Department Networking get to know fellow employee owners through network lunches, financial workshops, serving on a committee/event team, service projects, and GrowRED activities.
• Company Wellness Program includes step and weight loss incentives, and free add-on healthcare benefits. Earn rewards points for engaging in a healthy, active lifestyle!
• Rewards GrowRED + Wellness points may be redeemed for gift cards, electronics, PTO days, and more!
• Food days! Every other month, enjoy a free gourmet lunch served by fellow employee owners.

Job Requirements

Here's the type of person we're looking for:

• Strong communication skills
• Team player able to interact well with others, respectful, gives/receives feedback with grace and honesty.
• Self-motivated identifies new opportunities and takes initiative to solve problems
• Desire for continual learning always looking to grow, both personally and professionally
• Working knowledge of diesel equipment maintenance and repair
• Basic typing and computer skills
• Basic understanding of the electrical systems
• Able to navigate resource material and schematics online

Experience & Qualifications (Preferred but not required)

• Brake and DOT Certifications
• 1 2 years of mechanical experience or completion of a tech program
• Welding certificate or 6-months of experience
• Class A or B Commercial Driver's License
• Basic toolkit and toolbox