Trailer Mechanic Job Description
Performs miscellaneous repairs and preventive maintenance on terminal transport trailers for proper functioning by performing the following duties. Use precision-measuring instruments such as hand tools, screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, flame torches, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as grinders, cut-off saw, band saw, pneumatic wrenches, jacks, hoists, welding equipment, and forklift when necessary to perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repair on transport trailer equipment.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Current/valid driver’s license, maintain all certifications required by OSHA and Company safety programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Read job orders, technical service bulletins to determine malfunction, and plan work procedures using charts, drawings, technical manuals, and experience. Importance must be placed on troubleshooting the problem with accuracy to avoid returns. Perform complete routine, diagnostic, and post-repair inspections on transport trailers, for any damage, and notify supervisor of potentially dangerous equipment, and corrective action taken.
Perform regular servicing and maintenance of equipment, maintaining related service records.
Replace or repair parts when necessary. Inspect, adjust, and repair air brakes.
Replace, repair, and adjust axles and bearings.
Repair/replace airlines, chamber, and trailer valves as required.
Perform repairs/replacements to suspension components as needed.
Replace wheel seals as required.
Select equipment and plan layout, assembly, and welding.
Perform related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding.
Assemble parts by bolting and riveting.
Repair products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
Repair broken or cracked parts, fill holes, and increase size of metal parts.
Repair decking by removing and replacing broken or rotted deck boards.
Perform minor repairs on terminal tractors.
Comply with all established industry safety norms and other quality measures while conducting work processes.
Perform test drive to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
Drive automobile or service truck to industrial and other sites to provide services and respond to emergency services.
Assist welder/fabricator as needed.
Other duties may be assigned
