Trailer Mechanic

About the role

Prime Inc. is the #1 refrigerated trucking company in America because we invest in our associates. Our mechanics work in the best shops, with the best equipment and are empowered to really make a difference. This is your chance to become part of the best team in trucking. Limited experience? We have experts that will train you to become an elite mechanic. Have experience? We have the power to push your career to the next level.

Benefits

• Life Changing Pay – Our top 20% of mechanics earned over $87,000; overall average salary is $75,000 based on performance. Bonuses and unlimited overtime available.
• More Free Time – Make top tier pay while only working a 3- or 4-day work week.
• Vacation and sick time
• Up to $1,500 provided for tools of the trade
• Unlimited advancement opportunities
• Health insurance benefits at extremely reasonable rates
• HSA benefits
• Dental and vision plans
• Accident, short term disability, and life insurance options
• 401k retirement plans with up to a 5% match from Prime Inc.
• Innovative wellness program that pays you to be healthy
• Prime Apparel Program – bibs, steel toed boots, coats, or shirts provided yearly
• Continued education opportunities including OEM educational options, HVAC certification, and college tuition reimbursement

Schedule

Overnight shift, Wednesday – Saturday, 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM. Flexible schedule with ability to work nights and weekends required.

Responsibilities

• Reads job order and listens to trailer in operation to determine malfunction and plan work procedures.
• Observes and listens to operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and determine need for adjustment or repair.
• Raises vehicle with hydraulic jack or hoist to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
• Dismantles machine or equipment to examine parts for defect or to remove defective part.
• Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and makes adjustments.
• Replaces defective part with new part or repairs or reproduces part from various kinds of metal stock.
• Relines and adjusts brakes, aligns front end, repairs or replaces shock absorbers, and solders leaks in radiator.
• Assembles and test operates machine to verify connection of malfunction.
• Fabricates special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings.
• Maintains and lubricates machine tools and equipment.
• Fixes body and/or repairs structural features on equipment.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance services.
• Electrical diagnostics and safety system repairs and replacement of parts.
• Performs DOT inspections and all federal and state repair requirements.
• Cleans tools and working area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Mechanical experience is a plus.
• Must have a strong work history.
• Candidate must be able to acquire own basic hand tools and toolbox by the end of the training period (approximately 60 to 90 days).
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Candidate must be able to pass a job specific post-offer physical prior to beginning employment.

Physical requirements

• Constant standing, handling, and forward reaching.
• Frequent walking, head turning, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, hand control and power gripping.
• Must be able to lift 100 lbs and push and pull 50 lbs.
• Steel toed footwear and safety glasses required in the shop.

Working environment

• Both indoor and outdoor working environment with exposure to varying weather conditions and chemical odors.
• Must be able to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a team.
• Hearing conservation program and respiratory program are implemented in active practice, fully aligned with OSHA requirements.
• From time to time, associates may migrate to other departments as staffing needs require; supervisor shall verify that the associate meets all job description requirements of that position.