What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merritt Trailers Service Tech position at Lakeshore Talent?
Service Technician – Trailers
Lakeshore Talent is currently hiring on behalf of Merritt Trailers for a skilled and dependable Service Technician to join their Parts & Service team in Fremont, Nebraska.
Position Details
- Location: Onsite – Fremont, NE
- Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Pay: $25.36–$27.00/hour, depending on skills and experience
- Employment Type: Contract-to-hire (120 days) with potential for permanent conversion
Job Overview
This is a hands-on role focused on trailer repair, maintenance, and fabrication for livestock and commercial trailers. The Service Technician will play a key role in keeping equipment safe, reliable, and road-ready while supporting day-to-day service operations.
Ideal candidates take pride in producing high-quality work, enjoy troubleshooting mechanical issues, and thrive in a fast-paced shop environment. This opportunity offers long-term stability, skill development, and the potential for permanent employment with a respected manufacturing organization.
What You’ll Do
- Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain livestock and commercial trailers
- Perform air system, ABS, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and structural repairs
- Complete preventative maintenance, inspections, and DOT-related services
- Fabricate and repair components using steel and aluminum (cutting, grinding, welding)
- Read work orders, blueprints, and technical documentation
- Document completed work for billing and warranty purposes
- Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized shop
- Work closely with teammates to meet productivity and quality goals
What We’re Looking For
- 3–5 years of experience in repair, maintenance, or technical service roles
- High school diploma or GED
- MIG welding experience (steel and aluminum)
- Ability to read blueprints and perform basic shop math
- Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
- Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work independently as skills progress
Requirements
- Must provide personal tools (tool list available; assistance may be provided)
- Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physical tasks (standing, bending, kneeling, climbing)
- Willingness to work 40 hours per week as needed
Why This Job
- Competitive hourly pay with skill-based review at 120 days
- Clear path to permanent employment
- Stable, long-term work in a well-established operation
- Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork
- Hands-on role with variety—no two days are the same
Apply today if you’re looking for a dependable role where your skills matter and your work makes an impact.
Salary : $25 - $27