Lead Trailer Mechanic / Technician

 The Lead Trailer Mechanic in City of Industry CA will be responsible for timely repair and maintenance of light, medium, or heavy duty Trailers to ensure a safe and efficient fleet of Heavy-Duty Trailers as well as managing employees and garage operations. Also Lathrop location onsite repairs.

$33.00 hr - $36.00 hr DOE

Monday -  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 programs through our providers

What the Lead Diesel /Trailer Mechanic Technician role looks like:

• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to heavy-duty Class 7 - 8 trailers, dollies, and switchers
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to Class 7-8 Trailers
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures 
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
• Coordinate with Fleet manager in completing shift work
• Able to supervise 2 or more other employees, while working
• Must update work orders, close work orders, and work with drivers
• Must maintain, order, and update parts inventory
• Prepare vehicle records and report both manually and on a computer
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation required
• Inspect and perform work on the under parts of vehicles
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
• Move parts to and from the job site and remove or install these parts on vehicle
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

What our ideal candidate looks like:

• At least 1 year Ordering Parts, Vending out Repairs and Maintaining a service truck.
• At least 1-3 years experience as a Lead Diesel /Trailer Mechanic Technician performing vehicle repair and maintenance or must possess an auto or diesel technology diploma from an accredited technical school.
• Excellent communication skills and proficient computer skills
• Must have a valid driver's license
• At least 5 years experience performing vehicle maintenance or must possess auto or diesel technology diploma from an accredited technical school
• ASE Certifications preferred
• Commercial Driver’s License class “A” or “B “ preferred
• Must be able to operate a manual transmission vehicle to determine if operating properly
• Must provide own hand tools & toolbox.
• Knowledge of hand held scan tools and the process of diagnosing vehicles.
• Ability to read schematics and familiar with process
• Proficient computer skills: knowledge of Excel, Word, Fleet Management Systems, and Email
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)

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• 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 area 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.