Overview

Trailer Technician - Syracuse, NY

Shift: 1st M-FPay: $24-$26

At this location75 Trucks – 100 trailersDiesel, CNG, Liquified Gas. All of the included

Expecations and Requirements 

• Follow DOT & OSHA safety procedures consistently
• Perform proper preventive maintenance
• Diagnose and repair of trailer/chassis-related defects & repairs
• Examine, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and mechanical problems using standard testing procedures and computer diagnostic equipment
• Perform emergency road calls
• Perform DOT inspection per FMSCA guidelines
• Assist in parts inventory management
• Must be able to communicate with internal customers and have good customer service, oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift and/or pull 75 lbs or more without restriction, stand or lie for extended periods to repair equipment, and have flexible movement: to reach equipment and/or parts and maneuver equipment
• Must be able to work outside in inclement weather conditions and an environment with excessive noise and respiratory hazards without restriction

Qualifications 

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Preferred ability to obtain a Class B license
• Technical or advanced degree or equivalent maintenance experience
• Ability to learn windows-based computer systems
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs & maintenance
• Successfully demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Examples of teamwork and customer service skills, including good oral and written communication skills.
• On-site evaluation with recommended training

Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Follows workplace and vehicle safety procedures consistently.• Follows good housekeeping standards• Follows SDS training and guidelines.• Possess an advanced set of tools• Able to perform proper preventive maintenance such as: lube, filters, inspection, including truck appearance, interior and exterior, cab related safety and security.• Direct/Indirect labor accountability (completing paperwork)• Diagnose and repair of cab related defects• Perform all electrical repairs.• Perform tires inspections for tread, inflation, rotation, wear, alignment• Repairs exhaust related repair, DPF, DOC, EGR DEF.• Perform emergency road calls• Proficient brake diagnostic/repair & replace/adjustments• Perform basic computer skills for company related initiatives.• Possess diagnostic computer skills• Able to perform DOT inspection in accordance to FMSCA guidelines• Basic understanding and repair of drive train components• Basic understanding and repair of cooling system maintenance and repair• May perform basic accident repairs on tractors or trailers.• Assist in parts inventory management• ASE Certification in 4 areas to include PM and brakes• Must be able to communicate with internal customers (i.e. other shop associates, drivers, other maintenance shops, etc.) on things such as wait times, reasons for repair decisions and status updates.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Must have valid drivers license with acceptable driving record (Minimum B CDL

required)CDL and ASE preferred but not required. Would like to have CDL obtained after hire. NFI is going to eventually request that all hires have the ability to obtain CDL.• Own necessary basic tools.• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs.• Successfully demonstrated problem solving skills.• Examples of teamwork and customer service skills, including good oral and written communication skills.• Required/Recommended Training (Technician Training Template)• Must be able to lift and/or pull 75 lbs or more without restriction• Must be able to work outside in inclement weather conditions• Must be able to work in environment with excessive noise.• Must be able to stand or lie for extended periods of time in order to repair equipment• Must be able to have flexible movement: to reach equipment and/or parts and maneuver equipment

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $24.00 to $28.00 /hour