Trailer Mechanic
About the role
We are seeking a DOT inspection certified mechanic with tank trailer repair experience to join our team at our Portland, OR facility.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose failures and make repairs on mechanical, electrical or other various systems on a tank trailer.
- Perform tank service and repair.
- Install and repair trailer suspension.
- Work with air brake systems and repairs.
- Show TIG aluminum and steel welding experience.
- Inspect tanks and trailers to align with DOT standards (HM183, hazmat).
Requirements
- Physical demands: Regular lifting up to 50 pounds, occasional lifting up to 75 pounds, fit through a tank trailer manhole, work in confined spaces.
Qualifications
Demonstrated skill in most of the following areas: diagnosing failures and making repairs on mechanical, electrical or other various systems on a tank trailer; tank service and repair; trailer suspension installation and repair; working with air brake systems and repairs; TIG aluminum and steel welding experience; inspecting tanks and trailers to align with DOT standards (HM183, hazmat).
Skills
The ability to diagnose failures and make repairs on mechanical, electrical or other various systems on a tank trailer; tank service and repair; trailer suspension installation and repair; working with air brake systems and repairs; TIG aluminum and steel welding experience; inspecting tanks and trailers to align with DOT standards (HM183, hazmat).
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with generous employer match.
- Paid time off, including 10 paid holidays.
- Optional health savings account & flexible spending account.
- Life insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- Parental leave.
- Referral program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Tool purchase program.
- Effective and proven safety program.
- Resources to become a national board ASME certified welder.
Pay
$27.00 to $41.00 per hour, dependent on experience. Skill-based pay rate reviews and potential increases every 6 months.
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.