Trailer Technician

TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC provides expert transportation services and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. If you’re seeking a rewarding career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and dedication to quality and customer service, then join us in our Destination of Excellence.

TMC Offers:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Ownership - ESOP!
• Boot Allowance
• Air Conditioned Shop
• Uniforms and Laundry Service

TMC Transportation has immediate full-time openings for Trailer Technicians working out of our shop in Columbia, SC.

SHIFTS:

Tuesday-Friday, 4:30pm - 3am, $27.71 - $34.20/hour

Saturday-Monday, 6am - 6pm, $27.71 - $34.20/hour

Saturday-Monday, 6pm - 6am, $27.71 - $34.20/hour

Must be able to pass a background, drug screen and physical

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The primary function for a Maintenance Technician will be to perform trailer preventative maintenance repairs to advance mechanical and electrical troubleshooting procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repair and maintain company trailers using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits utilizing computer based software diagnostic programs and printed wiring schematics
• Recondition, repair and/or replace parts
• Perform routine maintenance checks including inspecting brake system, wheel bearings, and electrical system
• Ability to set up and use common cutting, welding, and metal fabrication tooling and equipment as needed to complete trailer repairs
• Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Technical school degree and/or previous tractor/trailer repair experience
• Driver’s License preferred
• Must be attentive to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Must be able to handle a fast-paced, physically demanding workload

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Must be able to lift 100lbs repetitively and overhead
• Must be able to climb on/off trailers throughout the shift

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Pay: $22.71 - $29.20 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position requires candidates to provide their own tools and a rolling toolbox. Do you currently own the necessary tools and a rolling toolbox?

Experience:

• Trailer Technician: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $23 - $29