What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Mechanic 3 position at Quality Carriers, Inc.?
Why do you want to work as a Trailer Mechanic with QRS Shops?
We offer competitive wages and employee benefits including the following amazing benefits to our employees:
- Weekly Competitive Pay - Pay is $32 - $34 / hour
- Tool/Boot Reimbursement Program
- Referral Program
- Sign on Bonuses - Offering a $2500 Sign on Bonus!
- Employee benefits ( Generous Paid Time Off/Holiday Schedule, in addition to Medical, Dental and Vision plans).
- Matching 401K
Tanker Trailer Mechanic Duties/Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair tractors and tanker trailers. Perform annual/systematic 90 day and HM-183 inspections (Hazmat tankers) on equipment as required. Ensure equipment meets Federal FHWA standards.
- Operate a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed.
- Order and receive parts and supplies as needed.
- Adheres to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous waste.
- Clean, organize and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety
- Using welding equipment
- Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
- Perform HM-183 DOT inspections (P,V,I,K,L,HS,UC,) (EPA-M27)
Tanker Trailer Mechanic Required Skills/Abilities:
- Must possess at least 3 years of experience in repair and service of Cargo tankers and medium duty trucks.
- Required to have demonstrated knowledge of vehicle and equipment theory, principles and repair relating to diesel engines, air, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
- Required to have demonstrated knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures.
- Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software.
- Up to 3 years as a fleet mechanic. DOT HM-183 certification and inspection; Training or experience.
- ASE Certification not required but recommended.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma, completion of G.E.D Required.
We offer competitive wages and employee benefits (Flexible spending accounts, generous Paid Time Off/Holiday Schedule, in addition to Medical, Dental and Vision plans).
Quality Carriers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Please note that per Quality policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Quality will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.