Trailer Mechanic

Posted:
10/24/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ Coopersburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

The main purpose of this position is to maintain and repair all equipment to meet minimum standards set forth by the Department of Transportation. Also the technician must meet the standards of Werner Enterprises and its subsidiaries. Due to the nature of the essential job functions of this role, this is a safety sensitive position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races, and associated parts.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and lighting systems and associated parts.
• Repair or replace chassis components such as, springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider
assemblies, axles, sub frames and its associated parts, air bags and air system components.
• Repair or replace ICC’s, ICC braces, mud flap brackets, dolly leg assemblies, and any other associated
part by means of welding or cutting with oxy-acetylene torch.
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim, and minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose
panels, lower and upper rails, and all associated parts.
• Service and maintain refrigerated units, such as, changing oil, filters minor engine components, and any
associated parts.
• Clean own personal area during and at the end of each shift.
• Assist in performing any task outside those not listed in primary job functions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all systems pertaining to tractor/trailer operations preferred.
• Knowledge and use of hand tools from simple wrenches to pneumatic tools.
• Ability to use a MIG welder, Plasma cutter and oxy-acetylene torch preferred.
• Ability to lift in excess of 75 lbs.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Less than High School Diploma.
• Minimum 3 months mechanical experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of tools.

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