Amerit Fleet Solutions, one of the leading fleet maintenance companies in the US, is looking to hire a skilled Trailer Mechanic/Technician in Edwardsville, IL. The Trailer Technician is responsible for timely repair and maintenance of trailers to ensure a safe and efficient operation. The Technician will require a high level of proficiency and working knowledge working on trailers, tires, PMs including Air Brakes, Wheel Seals, roll up doors and DOT Inspection repairs and sign offs.
1st Shift: Monday - Friday: 7:00am-3:30pm
Compensation: Competitive Hourly Pay: $24 - $34 / Hour - Paid weekly, every Friday!
The benefits of belonging – what’s in it for you?
- Competitive hourly pay – paid weekly, every Friday
- Full benefits within 30 days
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, disability insurance
- 401(k) program
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Commitment to your safety through boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
- Career and learning development with an extensive training program through our Amerit University
- Employee referral program, up to $1,000 bonus
- ASE certification program with fee reimbursement and bonus
- Employee recognition platform that includes opportunities to redeem points for merchandise
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- 24/7 nurse triage line
- Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets
- Employee resource groups (ERGs) that foster inclusion
- Wellness and fitness program through our providers
- Laptop and/or cellphone provided
What the Trailer Mechanic/Technician role looks like:
- Prepare vehicle records and report both manually and on a computer
- Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to trailers
- Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation required
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
- Inspect and perform work on the under parts of vehicles
- Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
- Remove or install various parts on vehicles
- Interact with clients through both email or phone as necessary
- Perform other duties as required
What our ideal candidate looks like:
- Experience with Class 8 tractor trailers and BIT/DOT Inspections and repairs
- Experience with PMs, tires, and electrical
- Must provide own hand tools & toolbox.
- Proficient computer skills: knowledge of Excel, Word, Fleet Management Systems, and Email
- Strong written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)
Working Conditions
- Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job
- Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise
- Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases or other irritants
- Access any arfea of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
- Ability to move and position heavy objects
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel and crawl to repair vehicles
- Ability to work outside in various weather conditions.
Are you ready to advance your career as a Trailer Mechanic/Technician with Amerit Fleet Solutions? Apply Today!
https://www.ameritfleetsolutions.com/careers/easy-apply
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