Heavy Duty Trailer Technician

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NW FLEET TRUCK TRAILER REPAIR INC

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Portland, Oregon

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy-duty trailing equipment, including air brakes, electrical systems, and body components. Perform preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and fabrication work while documenting all labor and materials used.

Qualifications

You have at least 1 year of experience as a heavy-duty trailer mechanic. You can accurately diagnose, repair, and maintain all parts and components on heavy-duty trailing equipment, including performing preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and repairs on various systems like air brakes, suspension, and electrical. You are also proficient in welding and fabrication, and capable of performing body repairs and door replacements on semi-trailers.

Must Have Skills for ATS

heavy duty trailer repair

DOT inspections

air brake systems

ABS systems

suspension systems

electrical systems

welding

fabrication

body repair

roll-up doors

swing doors

forklift operation

maintenance software

Job Description

    

Job Requirements:

Accurately diagnose, repair, and maintain all parts and components on heavy duty trailing equipment in a timely manner and quality fashion, including but not limited to the following: 

  • Perform quality preventive maintenance services and DOT inspections on semi-trailers and dollys
  • Diagnose and repair air brake systems, ABS, suspension, and electrical systems
  • Perform welding and fabrication on steel, stainless and aluminum
  • Complete all body repairs on semi-trailers including repairing or replacing side panels, roofs, headers and frame rails
  • Repair and replace roll-up doors and swing doors
  • Assist other mechanics as needed
  • Have good communication skills and be able to work independently and as a team member
  • Operate Company vehicles in accordance with local, state, federal and Company policies and safe driving practices
  • Perform occasional facility maintenance for the Company and/or customer’s facilities
  • Perform all other duties as assigned by Lead Mechanic, Shop Foreman, Area Fleet Manager or Shop Coordinator
  • Thoroughly, timely, neatly, and accurately document repairs and maintenance including a complete accounting of all labor hours, parts and materials used through maintenance software and daily worksheets
  • Provide excellent customer service and maintain a positive working relationship with all fleet, customer, and operations personnel
  • Display professional conduct with customers, co-workers, outside suppliers and contacts
  • Maintain safe and clean work areas
  • Take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices
  • Adhere to Company and OSHA safety guidelines
  • Operate a forklift as needed to perform repairs and move heavy parts

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 1 year experience as a heavy-duty trailer mechanic
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record may be required depending on job location
  • Pass a criminal history background screen as required by our customer base
  • Be able to lift and install all parts required to perform the job including heavier parts such as brake drums, tires, flywheels, clutches, starters, suspension spring packs, etc.

Benefits include:

medical, health savings plan, dental, vision, vacation, sick pay, holiday pay, retirement plan, life insurance, uniforms provided

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NW FLEET TRUCK TRAILER REPAIR INC

NW Fleet Truck/Trailer Repair, Inc. can handle any major or minor heavy duty truck and trailer repair. We have been delivering professional fleet repair and maintenance services since 1987. The specialist team at NW Fleet Truck/Trailer Repair, Inc. uses the latest technology to make sure your fleets are on the road quickly. NW Fleet Truck/Trailer Repair is a certified NAPA Truck Service Center. We provide the benefits of an established national entity while maintaining the personal touch of a family owned business. We understand that your fleet vehicles are a major investment and we work hard to keep your vehicles in excellent condition. PARTNERING WITH OUR CLIENTS FOR LONG TERM SUCCESS We are your full service maintenance and repair specialists for your entire fleet operation. Our 30 mobile service trucks are available to serve our fleet customers. Our shop facilities in Portland, OR, Tacoma, Seattle and Everett, WA are equipped to take care of all of your fleet requirements. NW Fleet is here to provide the solution to your fleet maintenance and repair requirements. We partner with our customers to provide a long term solution for a quality maintenance program. Employment opportunities: NW Fleet is looking for qualified technicians with experience in the heavy duty truck and trailer field. We have openings in both our Washington and Oregon locations. We offer competitive wages with a great employment package including, vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, medical and dental benefits and a retirement package. Contact our office at (800) 577-4735 for details or visit our website to submit your resume. The following positions are currently available: Day and swing shift journey level heavy duty truck tech for our Tukwila, WA location Day shift journey level heavy duty trailer tech at our Auburn, Fife and Tukwila, WA locations. Swing and grave yard shift journey level heavy duty trailer tech for our Troutdale, OR location
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