What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Mechanic Assistant position at Katzman?
The Trailer Mechanic Assistant supports the Diesel Mechanics in maintaining, repairing, and ensuring the safety and functionality of trailers and related equipment. This entry-level role focuses on assisting with routine tasks, providing support during complex repairs, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace to facilitate efficient operations.
Key Responsibilities
Assist Diesel Mechanics:
This company operates from Sunday morning through Friday evening (24 hours/6 days per week). This position is working within a cold storage warehouse environment with temperatures reaching close to freezing. This position will work around heavy machinery and racks stacked with product. The environment is fast-paced and requires urgent movement to avoid hazards when necessary. The position is also exposed to the weather elements when working on the front or back platforms. This will include extreme heat, humidity, and cold weather. This position is expected to dress for these elements and follow all rules regarding proper protective equipment.
Physical Requirements
This position may be required to shadow various shifts or cover for their team when necessary.
Compensation: $22-$25 per hour
Key Responsibilities
Assist Diesel Mechanics:
- Support mechanics during inspections, maintenance, and repairs of trailers and related equipment.
- Hand tools, parts, and equipment to mechanics as needed during repairs.
- Conduct minor repairs and maintenance tasks, such as checking tire pressure, replacing lights, and lubricating moving parts.
- Ensure trailers are compliant with safety and regulatory standards under supervision.
- Maintain an organized workspace, including cleaning work areas and properly storing tools and equipment.
- Record maintenance tasks, parts used, and issues identified during inspections.
- Assist in maintaining detailed and accurate records for compliance and operational efficiency.
- Assist with moving trailers and equipment within the facility as needed.
- Ensure all tools and equipment are in proper working condition before and after use.
- Basic mechanical aptitude with a willingness to learn trailer maintenance and repair skills.
- Familiarity with tools and equipment used in trailer and diesel repairs (preferred).
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions and work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Physical ability to lift heavy objects, stand for long periods, and work in various weather conditions.
This company operates from Sunday morning through Friday evening (24 hours/6 days per week). This position is working within a cold storage warehouse environment with temperatures reaching close to freezing. This position will work around heavy machinery and racks stacked with product. The environment is fast-paced and requires urgent movement to avoid hazards when necessary. The position is also exposed to the weather elements when working on the front or back platforms. This will include extreme heat, humidity, and cold weather. This position is expected to dress for these elements and follow all rules regarding proper protective equipment.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift and maneuver items, up to 50 pounds repeatedly as needed throughout the shift, up to 10 hours.
- Prolonged periods of walking up to 10 hours per shift.
- Prolonged periods of bending and twisting up to 10 hours per shift.
- Prolonged pulling and pushing of product and equipment up to 10 hours per shift.
- Engage in stooping or squatting repeatedly as needed throughout the shift, up to 10 hours.
- You must wear proper protective equipment: steel-toe/composite-toe boots, safety vests
This position may be required to shadow various shifts or cover for their team when necessary.
Compensation: $22-$25 per hour
Salary : $22 - $25
