Trailer Technician

Amerit Fleet Solutions, a leader in fleet maintenance across the U.S., is hiring a skilled Trailer Technician/Mechanic to join our team in Midlothian, TX. If you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical issues and keeping fleet vehicles running reliably, this is a great opportunity to grow your career with a stable national company.

Pay & Schedule

• Pay: $27.00 - $30.00/hour (based on experience)
• Pay Frequency: Weekly pay - every Friday
• Schedule: Sunday - Wednesday, 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM (4x10hr shift)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits within 30 days
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick time)
• Boot allowance & safety gear reimbursement
• Training through Amerit University
• ASE certification reimbursement & bonuses
• Employee referral bonuses (up to $500)
• Career advancement opportunities nationwide

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on trailers
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues
• Conduct inspections to ensure vehicles meet safety and compliance standards
• Accurately document repairs and complete work orders
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tools and equipment
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support fleet operations
• Prepare vehicle records and report both manually and on a computer
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation
• Inspect and perform work on the under parts of vehicles
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
• Move parts to and from the job site and remove or install these parts on vehicles
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience performing class 7 - 8 trailer maintenance and repairs
• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to own and maintain the personal tools and toolbox required for the role
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness and ability to meet the physical demands of the position
• Must be eligible to pass standard pre-employment screenings, including drug screen and DOT physical (if required)
• At least 2 years of experience performing vehicle and trailer maintenance
• Ability to operate a manual transmission vehicle to determine if operating properly
• Ability to enter and exit the driver's compartment of the truck and/or behind cab using normally available footholds and handholds
• Must provide own hand tools
• Ability to perform DOT inspections
• Basic computer skills
• Basic written and verbal communication skills (documentation, communication with peers, supervisors, etc.)

Working Conditions

This role involves working in a mobile, outside, and/or shop environment with exposure to dust, diesel fumes, noise, and mechanical materials such as oils and greases. Technicians must be able to perform essential job functions that include:

• Frequent movement such as standing, walking, climbing, bending, and sitting for extended periods
• Lifting heavy objects and accessing tight or confined spaces
• Regular use of hands to grasp, reach, handle, and operate tools and equipment
• Working at heights using ladders or elevated platforms
• Safely performing duties in various weather conditions
• Sufficient vision and hearing to safely navigate the workspace

Reasonable accommodations may be made to support individuals with disabilities in performing essential job functions.