What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Technician | Blaine, MN | $26/hr - $45/hr position at Koch Companies?
Work with a welcoming and friendly team in a fast paced and exciting environment! If you see a broken trailer and know what to do to get it back on the road, then you should come join us as a Trailer Technician in Blaine, MN!
Rates Commensurate with Experience:
- Tech II Base Hourly Rate $25.24 to $34.80
- Tech III Base Hourly Rate $32.24 to $45.78
Schedule:
- Mon – Fri, 7:30AM – 4:00PM
Who are you?
You're applying to this position because you like a challenge. You’ve got the skills and experience to bring a wreck back to life. You see a broken trailer and know what to do to get it back on the road. You have no problem managing your time while performing routine and preventative maintenance.
Why work for us?
- 🌟 Sign-On Bonus Alert! 🌟 Join our team as a Technician and kickstart your journey with an amazing $6,000 sign-on bonus! We're not just offering a job; we're investing in your future and welcoming you into our family.
- You will also receive a $1000 tool allowance, and $100 boot allowance...PER YEAR!
- We provide a standard toolbox for ALL incoming employees regardless of experience
- Paid Time Off accrual begins day one!
- HSA with a generous company match!
- Medical coverage through the LARGEST nationwide network!
- FREE online medical and mental healthcare for you and your immediate family!
- 401k contributions upon hire with immediate company match!
- 6 paid Holidays 3 Floating Holidays
- We will reimburse you for your heavy equipment mechanic tuition!
- Upgrade your skills using current and innovative technology and industry specific software!
What you’ll be doing daily:
- Tires & Suspension: Inspect, rotate, and perform minor repairs on tires and suspension components.
- Lights & Wiring: Replace marker lights, taillights, and perform basic wiring repairs.
- Brakes: Inspect brakes, replace air brakes, and troubleshoot valves, chambers, and airlines.
- Doors & Body Repairs: Repair or replace roll-up and swing doors, patch roofs, and fix panels or rivets.
- Liftgate & Landing Gear: Service liftgates, inspect landing gear, and address broken components.
- ABS & Electrical Systems: Troubleshoot trailer wiring, replace ABS sensors, and ensure DOT compliance.
- Floor & Shock Repairs: Repair wood/composite floors and replace shock absorbers.
- Reefer/Heater Maintenance: Perform basic maintenance on reefer and heater systems, including PMs and battery checks.
Knowledge and Skills to be successful:
- 2 years experience in related field; shadetree experience considered
- Ability to manage multiple priorities to successful completion with minimal supervision.
- Knowledge and skills to operate and understand diagnostic equipment
- DOT certified, or able to perform DOT
About Koch Companies
Koch Companies is a family-owned, industry-leading organization comprised of several divisions, including Koch Logistics, United Trailer Leasing, Koch NationaLease, Koch Services, and Koch Trucking. Together, these divisions are driving outstanding growth and innovation in the transportation and logistics sectors.
At Koch, you’ll be part of a company that values a friendly, casual, and inclusive working environment. We’re committed to your growth and success, offering opportunities for career development, access to current technology, and a culture that prioritizes mental, physical, and emotional well-being through robust wellness programs. You’ll also enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in an organization that truly values its employees.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Koch Companies is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices. Koch Companies strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Accommodation Statement: If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at 1-800-249-2369, to ensure that all applicants have the opportunity to participate fully in our recruitment process.
Koch Companies: Family owned, Customer Focused
Salary : $25 - $35
