Shop Trailer Technician I

Shop Trailer Technician I

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and up to 2 years’ experience in a related field
• Possess and supply a set of hand tools necessary to perform required job duties
• OEM training and certifications are preferred
• Participate in and complete all-in company required training
• This position follows regulations issued by the Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Candidate must be able to successfully complete and pass a DOT-regulated pre-employment background screening and DOT physical prior to employment
• A current and valid DOT medical card with more than four (4) months remaining until its expiration may be submitted in leu of a DOT physical. If the DOT medical card has four (4) months or less of validity remaining, a DOT physical will be required
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Always follows and complies with safe operating practices and procedures
• Independently determine parts required for each job and interact with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Assist in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment
• Applies knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one’s job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job
• Work with Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations
• Manage concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations
• Act with integrity, demonstrate honesty and keep commitments. Behave in a consistent manner, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT Inspections and follow up repairs on light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles in a Shop environment
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, as well as Trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts and jacks
• Document according to company standards and upload pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders (“RO”) using company issued device and/or Karmak application
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times
• Communicate with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT
• Participate and complete all-in company required safety training
• Maintain Shop assigned service trucks, conduct safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections
• Perform minor adjustment and repairs on various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: aluminum and chem-lite, trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, liftgates, and brake chambers, Trailer steering systems
• Adhere to company policies, processes, and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• ASE 608/609 certification*