Trailer Technician
Company: Midwest Logistic Systems
Location: Lincoln
Posted on: May 3, 2024
Job Description:
Trailer TechnicianLocation: Lincoln, ALShift: 3rd ShiftSchedule:
Full-time; Sunday-Thursday, 11 p.m.-7:30 a.m.Job overview:
Midwest Truck & Trailer Maintenance (MTTM) is seeking a skilled
Trailer Technician who will perform van trailer repairs, in a
proficient manner, from minor repairs to accident repairs. You will
have the opportunity to diagnose and repairs minor trailer
electrical systems, as well as complete routine rebuilds and
replacements. You will be looked at as a subject matter expert to
make the best value and safety decisions to continue to operate,
repair or replace, and then perform technical repairs and/or
replacements. As a member of MTTM, MLS's maintenance division, you
will have the autonomy to make value based decisions and will have
the opportunity to continue to develop within the industry and to
advance your career within MTTM!
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repairs problems in the areas including all
external component replacements and routine repairs, annual vehicle
inspections (AVIs), Preventative Maintenance (PM), brake jobs, ABS
systems, satellite/cellular systems, tires and lighting
repairs.
- Repair/replace components on the body, trailer, chassis, and
container to include tires, prop legs, landing gear, and minor
accident repair. Some locations may require repair of lift gates,
roll-up door, and congear.
- Utilize parts reference materials, the computer, service
bulletins and other resources to research problems and identify and
locate parts. Charge out parts removed from inventory and assists
in maintaining parts inventory.
- Utilize forklift and possibly company vehicles (based on
location) to unload, stock, and pick up parts at local vendors,
dealers and suppliers as needed.
- Read paper and electronic instructions to understand, document
and close completed work orders. Utilizing paper (i.e. permits) and
computer systems to accurately create, track and complete work
order repairs including the tracking of time (labor hours), parts
used and work completed.
- Communicate with internal customers including other shop
associates, drivers, and operations leaders on repair stances, wait
times, reasons for repair decisions and status updates.
- Maintain consistent attendance while exhibiting behavior in
alignment with our core values.
Skills and qualifications:
- Technical degree, certificate, or diploma in welding,
electronics, or related systems, with one to two years of relevant
experience.
- Skills with Windows based computer systems and an ability to
use diagnostic software.
- Ability to read and understand technical reference materials
(ie. Service bulletins, repair manuals).
- Ability to provide personal tools within 30-60 days of hire per
the instruction of the shop leader.
- Annual Vehicle Inspector certification (per DOT requirements)
and Brake Inspector certification (per DOT requirements).
- Demonstrated welding skills in non-standard situations and on
varying materials.
Pay and benefits:
- Health
- Vision
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Company-provided uniforms and safety equipment, including
yearly boot reimbursement
- Strong training and mentorship
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Our
history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and
respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out
diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national
origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual
orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military
status, experience and background. We find that this diversity and
openness ensures that all our associates have equal access to
opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the
organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic
thinking and cultivates
leadership.PI4f9749ea234e-31181-33714290
Keywords: Midwest Logistic Systems, Auburn , Trailer Technician, Professions , Lincoln, Alabama
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