What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy-Duty Trailer Mechanic / Welder – Chicago Heights, IL position at Z-Force Transportation?
Z-Force Transportation is hiring an experienced Trailer Mechanic / Welder to join our Chicago Heights maintenance team.
We're looking for someone who knows heavy-duty trailers and can handle both mechanical repairs and welding/fabrication.
This position works on an active fleet and requires hands-on experience with trailer structures, suspension, brakes, air systems, lighting, and fabrication.
Welding experience is required.
Pay & Benefits
- $24.00–$28.00 per hour based on experience
- Company-sponsored health insurance with employer contribution
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with company contribution
- Paid time off
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Consistent schedule and steady work
- Established fleet with a consistent maintenance workload
- Stable, growing transportation company
Responsibilities
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair heavy-duty trailers
- Perform welding and fabrication repairs
- Repair trailer frames, floors, rails, supports, and structural components
- Diagnose and repair trailer suspension systems
- Perform air brake repairs and adjustments
- Troubleshoot trailer lighting and electrical systems
- Repair air lines, valves, fittings, and related components
- Perform tire, wheel, and wheel-end repairs
- Repair landing gear, doors, hinges, latches, and trailer hardware
- Complete preventative maintenance and DOT-related repairs
- Complete trailer DVIR and repair-ticket deficiencies
- Identify structural and mechanical safety concerns
- Accurately document completed repairs and parts used
Qualifications
- Previous heavy-duty trailer repair experience
- Welding experience required
- Strong welding and fabrication skills
- Knowledge of heavy-duty trailer suspension systems
- Knowledge of air brake systems
- Experience troubleshooting trailer lighting and electrical problems
- Understanding of wheel ends and trailer air systems
- Ability to diagnose and complete repairs independently
- Must have own basic hand tools
- Valid driver's license preferred
- Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Chicago Heights, IL
Welding/Fabrication Experience: Required
We're looking for more than a basic PM technician. The right candidate should be able to inspect a damaged trailer, determine what needs to be repaired, and complete the mechanical, welding, or fabrication work necessary to safely return it to service.
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Apply today to join the Z-Force Transportation maintenance team.
Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 – 50.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $24 - $28