What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Mechanic Maintenance position at Carpenter?
Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another - all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!
Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Trailer Mechanic on 1st Shift at our Conover, NC manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for inspecting, repairing and preventative maintenance of company trailers at Carpenter Co. Will also assure that all vehicles are available to meet the established shipping schedule to transport finished products to our customers
Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. The successful candidate will be expected to be in constant communication with department managers to coordinate production schedules with mechanical repairs. Works in a normal maintenance and manufacturing environment with exposure to temperature changes. Major challenges involve the timely repair of equipment to make sure equipment is ready to make deliveries to customers on a timely basis.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions of the Trailer Mechanic position will include :
- Perform basic electrical repair on machinery and / or equipment
- Pre-check, install, relocate, and make mechanic repairs on trailers and / or equipment
- Service and repair all trailers within the Department of Transportation and Carpenter Co. guidelines, rules and regulations
- Coordinate the repair and maintenance of fleet equipment through a daily repair schedule.
- Complete and maintain all documentation properly in accordance with Company and Department of Transportation policy.
- Assures Value of Order in the garage is an everyday standard of practice.
Skills / Requirements :
Experience with basic hand and air tools
1-2 years of mechanical experience required
Electrical knowledge is a plus
Ability to drive a straight drive tractor
Ability to weld and use a cutting torch
Basic computer experience
Must have experience in driving a tractor and trailer in order to bring into the trailer bay and return it to the lot.
CDL is preferred
Non-Essentials Functions :
1. Other duties as assigned by management.
Education : High School Diploma or GED
Work Hours : 7 : 00 am- 3 : 30 pm Monday-Friday or depending on business needs
Hourly Rate : $26.01-$27.22
No agencies or phone calls
Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. We also offer tuition reimbursement to our employees after 1 year of service.
Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.
Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.
Salary : $26 - $27
