What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Technician position at Trimac Transportation?
Overview:
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Pay Details:
National Tank Services, part of the Trimac Family of Companies, stands proudly at the forefront of North America's truck maintenance and tank cleaning industry. We offer inspection, repairs, certification and cleaning services to keep fleets certified, safe and compliant.
At National Tank Services, we know it's not just about the job, it's about the journey. If you’re ready for a challenge supported by a culture of safety, stability growth and a positive work environment, we invite you to begin your journey with us.
Contact our team of in-house Recruiters: 1-866-8-TRIMAC
Pay Details:
- Pay based on experience
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
- Perform preventive maintenance on trucks and trailers while utilizing personal safety equipment as required.
- Move trucks and trailers in and out of the shop for maintenance
- Open repair orders and charge the appropriate parts to the repair order
- Perform tire inspections/appropriate paperwork to company standards
- Performs shop clean-up and housekeeping responsibilities as well as other miscellaneous-related duties as assigned.
- Inspects and maintains basic vehicle/accessorial worthiness including proper fuel levels and tire air pressure, fluid levels, brakes, lights, and safety equipment, and submits reports indicating the condition of equipment.
- Comprehend and perform the Driver Vehicle Inspection Repair (DVIR) process
- Diagnose and repair: Tire/wheel, Brakes & Air Systems, Clutch & Linkage, Mud flaps/hangers, Air intake system, Start, charging, and electrical systems, Landing gear and attachments, In transit heat systems, Install, diagnose, and repair e-log system,
- Perform trailer preps
- Trailer and hose inspections per HM183 standards
- Possesses and demonstrates the ability to perform assigned tasks in a manner that adheres to the company's Safety, Health, Environmental, and Security policies.
- Must have a valid driver’s license
- Ability to provide own basic hand tools
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to read and comprehend service manuals
- Knowledge of tools and equipment used in the shop to repair and maintain company equipment
- Advanced knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance
- Knowledge of D.O.T. regulations and out-of-service parameters for tractors, trailers, and accessorial equipment.
- Knowledge of proper procedures for handling and disposal of hazardous waste materials
- Holiday and vacation pay
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance & Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Health & Dependent Care)
- 401 (K)Profit sharing with company match (fully vested after 3 years)
- We make safety a part of every decision
- We make safety personal
- We have the courage to intervene