Experienced Trailer Mechanic Needed

Austin Fleet Services (AFS) is hiring for an experienced trailer mechanic to add to our growing business ! We are a mobile and in-shop fleet maintenance and repair company serving customers in Texas.

Why join Austin Fleet Services?

• Hourly and overtime pay
• Performance Bonuses
• $125 Boot Allowance
• $125 Semi-Annual Tool Allowance
• Benefits Available (Medical/Dental/Vision/401K)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Paid Training
• Work Schedule: Monday through Friday from 8am - 5pm, rotating on-call.
• Voted Best Truck Repair Shop (2022)
• Customer reviews at 4.8 stars!
• Non-corporate atmosphere.

Essential Functions

As a Trailer Mechanic, you will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing a wide range of trailers, ensuring they are in safe and optimal working condition.

Applicant must possess the highest level of honesty and integrity. You will diagnose and repair all makes and model of trailers. Work is done at the shop or customer’s location. Must have excellent communication skills, maintain good customer relationships, and possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Must be self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision. Applicant must have own tools, and pass a full back ground check prior to employment.

What you will do:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as brake adjustments, tire replacements, wheel alignments, and lubrications.
• Conduct diagnostic tests to identify mechanical issues and perform necessary repairs on trailer components, including suspensions, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Proficiency in welding and fabrication skills to repair and modify trailer components as needed.
• Inspect trailers for structural damage and make necessary repairs to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Complete work orders and maintain accurate records of all services performed on trailers.
• Ensure that all parts and labor are accurately charged.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate work schedules and ensure timely completion of repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in accordance to OSHA & client standards.
• Possess a do whatever it takes attitude
• The job also requires being on-call evenings and weekends on a rotational basis
• Performs work by traveling independently to various locations as scheduled. Mobile & In-Shop.
• This position may require working at customer location full-time and shift could be starting at 6:30am.

Required Skills & Education:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working on medium/heavy duty trailers or equivalent
• Must have a good driving record.
• Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift 120 pounds (Example: drum)
• Strong Electrical and Hydraulic back ground required. Ability to read electrical schematics
• Must be self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision.
• Applicant must have own tools related to work requirements
• Must be able to multi-task and be very organized.
• Willing to attend workshops and continuing education classes/programs