Trailer Repair Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Trailer Repair Technician, Apprentice (0-2 years of experience):

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Participate in a one-year Apprenticeship Program.
• If no welding experience, be trained to weld steel, aluminum and stainless.
• Operate power tools and repair damaged trailers.
• Able to work overtime when needed in order to ensure our customers’ satisfaction.
• Abide by company attendance, punctuality, and safety policies.
• Willing to work hard in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be willing to learn and follow directions.
• Handle other duties as assigned.
• Advancement is typically from Apprentice to Journeyman to Expert or to other areas within the business.

Trailer Technician, Journeyman (2+ years of experience, including above requirements):

• Perform PMs, BIT, and DOT Inspections.
• Lighting and Electrical System: Diagnose, isolate, and repair lighting systems such as shorts and open circuits.
• Must be able to perform Air Brake Inspections and Repairs: Air brake overhauls, measure brake lining thickness, drums, and s-cams, adjust brakes, replace s-cams and bushings, slack adjusters, and replace relay values, air tanks. Brake Mechanics Certificate a plus.
• Rail Gate Experience: adjust lift-gate platform and its controls, replace rail cables and/or cylinders, motors, pumps, and relays.
• Diagnose mechanical problems; mobile operations, quote jobs accurately; train new technicians.
• Able to replace suspension components and landing legs; perform axle alignments
• Perform MIG-weld steel, aluminum and stainless.

Trailer Technician, Expert (3+ years of experience, including above requirements):

• Performs other functions or duties as directed by management in line with management objectives. Be safety-minded and follow all safety rules.
• Experience in Collision Repair, Dry and Refrigerated Van, Structure, Roll & Swing Doors, Interiors, Exteriors, Ceilings, and Roof repairs is a plus.

Advancement is typically from Apprentice to Journeyman to Expert or to other areas within the business. This position is designated as safety sensitive and regulated by the Department of Transportation. Safety shoes are required to work in this position. Uniforms and safety shoe allowance are provided. The ability to work in an alert and safe manner is always required.

Position includes stooping, bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, climbing into trailer, ladder usage, lifting up to 70 pounds, use of provided ear protection in a sometimes-noisy environment, safety glasses, possible respirator use if foam-spraying. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. The work environment is open to the outdoor environment. This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the job.

• Deliver superior customer satisfaction through high quality and efficient service
• Problem solving and strong decision-making skills
• Effective and proactive communication and relationship-building skills
• Demonstrate good judgment
• Ability to work at times with little or no supervision
• Desire to learn and continuously improve self and surroundings
• Drive to meet and exceed productivity standards
• High School Diploma or GED not required, but desired.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

This position requires a clean drug screen, background check, and might need to meet requirements to drive a commercial motor vehicle. Force TK and Utility Equipment & Supply (UCE) are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Health benefits begin first of the month following hire. We offer the following benefits:

• Medical/Rx (PPO or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA)
• Dental
• Vision  
• Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability (no cost to employee)
• Voluntary Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse/Partner, Child/ren)
• Legal and Identity Theft Protection
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Payroll is weekly, every Friday. We offer paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave.