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Trailer Mechanic (2nd or 3rd Shift)

Dayton Freight
Posted 3 months ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Altoona, IA 50009, US

Salary

$31.25 - $35.25 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The job is for a Trailer Mechanic at Dayton Freight Lines, with shifts available from Sunday to Friday and Monday to Thursday.
  • The salary ranges from $31.25 to $35.25 per hour, with overtime pay available after 40 hours.
  • Candidates are required to have a valid Driver's License and basic math skills, along with a positive attitude and the ability to work in a team.
  • The position involves performing maintenance and repairs on 48ft and 53ft dry van trailers, including components like suspension, brakes, and electrical systems.
  • Applicants must be at least 18 years old and able to pass a drug screen, with prior experience in maintenance preferred.

Overview

Shift Available: Sunday - Friday | 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM 

Monday - Thursday | 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM

 

 

Salary: $31.25 - $35.25/hour

  • Stable and growing organization
  • Competitive weekly pay
  • Overtime after 40 hours
  • Quick advancement
  • Quality Hours
  • Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
  • Modern facilities
  • Clean, late model equipment
  • Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
  • Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
  • 401(k) plan, Company Match

Responsibilities

Trailer Mechanics are to perform maintenance service in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measured standards for Dayton Freight Lines.

  • Has a fundamental understanding of repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft. and 53ft. dry van trailers and can effectively repairs the following components:
    • Suspension and running gear components
    • Landing gear assembly and components
    • Wheel components and tires
    • Brake and air components
    • Electrical, lighting and wiring components
    • Rear frame and door components
    • Side, nose and roof components
    • Interior and floor components
  • Able to thoroughly perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs
  • Maintains a high level of welding and metal fabrication skills
  • Performs service calls
  • Washes and fuels equipment when necessary
  • Road tests vehicles to ensure quality repair services were performed.*Dependent upon having a CDL
  • Consistently positive attitude, interacting courteously and professionally with fellow employees
  • Pro-actively assists, guides and directs junior technicians
  • Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools
  • Maintains a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards
  • Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system
  • Works with the Parts Department to assure that all necessary materials, parts, service and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels
  • Works in compliance to EPA regulations as well as DOT and company safety requirements
  • Performs other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary

Qualifications

  • Possess a valid Driver's License
  • Basic math skills
  • Fluent in English
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits

 

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to perform routine physical tasks associated with equipment maintenance and repair in a Service Center and Shop environment. Duties may include standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, squatting, reaching, lifting, and using hand and power tools, with work performed independently or in team settings as appropriate.   * The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



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