Trailer Technician (Lakeland, FL)

Full-time position, day shift (Monday–Friday, no weekends).

Benefits

• Day One benefits: health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid retirement through Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401K option
• Employer-paid short-term (13 weeks) and long-term disability
• Paid time off: 2 weeks vacation, 5 sick days, and 10 paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance up to $50,000
• Employee-sponsored Norton LifeLock identity protection
• Recognized as a “Best Places to Work” (Employer of Distinction)

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repair of bulk trailers to meet DOT compliance standards
• Conduct daily trailer audits using the “Trailer Evaluation” process form to ensure compliance and effectiveness of maintenance processes
• Adjust, repair, or replace brake components to maintain safe, roadworthy trailers compliant with DOT regulations
• Maintain and repair other trailer systems, including suspension, frame, hopper, motor, hydraulic, air system, and electrical components
• Champion the Trailer Management Process
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local ordinances affecting the position
• Adhere to all company policies and programs
• Maintain valid licenses, certifications, and/or permits required for the role
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• DOT brake certification training
• 2+ years of experience in trailer repair and maintenance
• Welding skills a plus
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers (talking, hearing, seeing, and comprehension)
• Mobility of arms to reach and manipulate small objects
• Ability to stand for extended periods, reach, bend, and lift up to 100 pounds

Working Conditions

• Work is routinely performed in a general warehouse environment on a concrete surface, with frequent exposure to both internal and external conditions
• Frequent exposure to severe weather conditions (heat and cold)
• Frequent exposure to dust and noise levels exceeding normal thresholds

Personal Protective Equipment

• Must wear steel-toed boots
• Recommended: safety glasses, ear plugs, gloves, back brace, and other safety attire as guided by specific area requirements (provided by employer upon request)
• Personal protective equipment must be worn in accordance with SDS recommendations