What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Technician - Lowell, AR position at TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION INC?
๐ Trailer Technician / Trailer Mechanic or Diesel Mechanic
๐ข Transport Refrigeration of NW Arkansas, Inc.
๐ Lowell, AR
๐ MondayโFriday | 7:00 AMโ3:30 PM | No Weekends
๐ฐ $23.50โ$35.00/hour โ Based on Experience
๐ Apply Now: http://www.trcompanies.com/careers-lowellar
๐ง Now Hiring: Trailer Technicians โ Entry-Level to Experienced
Transport Refrigeration of NW Arkansas, Inc. (TRA),ย your local Thermo King dealer, is hiring aย Trailer Technician or Diesel Mechanicย to support our growing maintenance shop in Lowell, AR.ย
If you have experience repairing semi-trailers, refrigerated trailers, commercial trailers, or heavy-duty equipment, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a hands-on service environment.
You'll perform trailer repair, preventative maintenance, DOT/FHWA inspections, brakes, ABS, electrical, welding, fabrication, body and structural repairs, and more.
๐ฐ Pay & Benefits
- $23.50โ$35.00/hour, based on experience
- MondayโFriday, 7:00 AMโ3:30 PM
- No weekends
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off holidays
- Boot & safety glasses allowance
- Paid training and certification support
- Career advancement opportunities
๐ ๏ธ What You'll Do
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trailers and refrigerated trailers
- Perform DOT/FHWA inspections and related repairs
- Diagnose and repair trailer brakes and ABS systems
- Perform tire repairs and replacements
- Repair trailer bodies, structures, floors, and rear doors
- Perform steel and aluminum welding
- Fabricate and modify trailers and customer vehicles
- Perform trailer electrical repairs and troubleshooting
- Perform insulation and foaming of refrigerated trailers and vans
- Perform road service when needed
- Service and repair company vehicles and equipment
- Operate forklifts, hoists, and other shop equipment
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop
๐ What We're Looking For
- Previous trailer repair experience preferred
- Experience as a Trailer Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, or Heavy-Duty Technician
- Experience repairing semi-trailers, refrigerated trailers, or commercial trailers
- Strong welding and fabrication skills
- Experience with trailer brakes, ABS, electrical systems, tires, and structural repairs
- Ability to perform or learn DOT/FHWA inspections
- High school diploma, technical school, or equivalent experience
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
- ASE certification or willingness to obtain and maintain certifications
- Ability to travel occasionally
- Obtain required tools and toolbox
- Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
- Dependable, professional, and team-oriented
๐ช Physical Requirements
This is a hands-on technician position. You must be able to:
- Lift up to 50 lbs. several times per day and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
- Frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, climb, push, and pull
- Work around and underneath trailers using ladders, scaffolding, and creepers
- Operate company and customer vehicles, forklifts, hoists, and shop equipment
- Perform repetitive hand movements and use hand tools throughout the workday
๐ Why Join Transport Refrigeration of NW Arkansas?
You'll be joining a growing companyย with the opportunity to help build a strong local service team.
We provide truck, trailer, and transport refrigeration service and repair for customers across multiple industries. Our technicians work on a wide variety of equipment, giving experienced technicians the opportunity to use and expand their skills.
We're an established, award-winning Thermo King dealership.
๐ย Ready to put your trailer repair skills to work? Apply today!
Transport Refrigeration of NW Arkansas, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Direct applicants only โ no recruiting agencies.
Salary : $24 - $35