Trailer Mechanic II

Job Requirements:
REQUIREMENTS:
All employees are expected to maintain superior customer relations, be involved and committed to continuous improvement, be willing to train and give aid to fellow employees. Work in an efficient manner, receive constructive criticism and praise in a business like fashion.
KNOWLEDGE:

• Understanding and application of the safety practices related to this position
• Understanding of the proper handling of hazardous material
• Understanding and application of DOT, EPA, ICC and OSHA rules and regulations
• Ability to accurately read gauges and dials and accomplish specialized detail work

TOOLS: Maintain an adequate supply of personally owned hand tools to accomplish work
LICENSE:

Class B CDL

• • Applicants with an "E" restriction, or "K" Restriction will not be considered for hire until those restrictions have been removed from their license
  
  

TRAINING: Must be willing to participate in training classes given by or requested by the company. Must be willing to assist and train other Ward employees as needed
TRAVEL: Travel as required for maintenance reasons, including to outside service center locations. Period of stay will be determined on need.
SCHEDULE: Must be willing to work in different departments, including shift changes and days of the week to keep company operating in an efficient manner.
ENVIRONMENT: May be subject to climate fluctuations of a normal; shop environment. May spend 50% of time exposed to heat, cold, dust, etc. May work with and be exposed to hazardous materials
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must meet or exceed medical standards and successfully pass company requirements
• Must be able to move, operate, lift and store specialized equipment that includes but not limited to, welding equipment, hand tools, shop machines and power
• May require working in, around and underneath power and non-power units
• Must be able to enter/exit cab using footholds, ladders and handholds
• Must be able to spend 80% of the day standing and 20% sitting
Must be able to successfully pass a post offer physical agility test specifically designed for the tasks associated with the position. The physical demands for this position are "Heavy" as defined by the dictionary of occupational titles:

• • Exerting 50 to 100 lbs. of force occasionally
  • Exerting 25 to 50 lbs. of force frequently
  Exerting 10 to 20 lbs. of force constantly
  
  
  
Specific physical demands include, but are not limited to:
Carrying

• • • Occasional up to 56 lbs. up to 25 ft.
    
    
  Pushing
  
  • • Occasional up to 100 lbs. up to 150 ft.
    
    
  Pulling
  
  • • Occasional up to 100 lbs. up to 150 ft.
    
    
  Lifting
  Floor to knee, knee to waist, waist to shoulder
  
  • • • Occasional, up to 100 lbs.
    
    
    
    
  • Balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lying down, reaching below shoulder and sitting occasionally
  • Stooping, bending, reaching above shoulder, standing frequently
  
  

This job description does not necessarily represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other different tasks be performed as circumstances change.


Job Description:
JOB TITLE: Trailer Mechanic II
REPORTS TO: FLEET MAINTENANCE FOREMAN, FLEET MANAGER
OVERVIEW OF ROLE: To complete repairs, inspections and service of all company equipment in a safe, timely and cost efficient manner.
WARD IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FUTURE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN THIS AREA OF INTEREST.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Handle check in

• • Proper reporting of units checked through that are to be added to the shop list and installation of registrations
  
  
Capable of following Ward's Tire program

• • Making necessary tire repairs
  • Knowledge of tire sizes and designs
  • Able to handle tire repair responsibilities
  
  
• Knowledge of repairs to electrical and air systems
Replacement of minor equipment

• • Mud flaps/lights/radios etc.
  
  
• Lubrication of any type of trailers and dollies
• Proper inspections as instructed
Proper reporting of accidents

• • Date/location/unit #/decals/photos
  
  
• Ability to drive a tractor and trailer on Ward property
• Maintain a clean work area
Capable of welding

• • Stick, Tig and Mig
  
  
• Capable of repairing all types of liftgates
• Capable of performing forklift repairs as necessary
Diagnose any mechanical, electrical or other breakdown or failure related to trailers and tractors including but not limited too
Braking systems

• • • Check operation of air valves, brake shoes and condition of air hoses
    
    
  Body
  
  • • Check flooring for nails and holes
    • Check scuff rail for proper securement
    • Check roof for leaks
    • Check wiring for lighting
    
    
  Doors
  
  • • Check for proper door operation
    
    
  Tires
  
  • • Check condition of tires to ensure tire program compliance
  
  
  
  
• Capable of performing PMs on power and non-power equipment
Complete all paperwork and records in an accurate and timely manner

• • Repair Orders - complete repair orders and note all comments
  • Parts - Identify parts being used so they are properly charged out
  • Shop cards - complete shop cards daily
  • Computer repair order system - learn to use