What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Technician position at TMC Transportation?
TMC Transportation is the nation’s largest employee-owned, open deck transportation company. Founded in 1972, and headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, TMC provides expert transportation services and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. If you’re seeking a rewarding career at a dynamic company built on integrity, innovation and dedication to quality and customer service, then join us in our Destination of Excellence.
TMC Offers:
- Competitive Salary
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- 401(k) Plan
- Employee Ownership - ESOP!
TMC Transportation has an immediate full-time opening for a Maintenance Technician working out of our terminal in Brownsburg, Indiana.
Current Open Shifts:
Tuesday-Friday: 7:30PM-6AM ($5 shift differential)
Saturday, Sunday and Monday: 6:00am to 6:00pm ($5 shift differential)
Must be able to pass a background check and references as well as DOT drug screen and physical.
PRIMARY FUNCTION:
The primary function for a Maintenance Technician will be to perform tractor and/or trailer preventative maintenance repairs to advance mechanical and electrical troubleshooting procedures.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Repair and maintain company tractors and/or trailers using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machine tools
- Diagnose, troubleshoot and examine parts for defects and excessive wear
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair electrical circuits utilizing computer based software diagnostic programs and printed wiring schematics
- Recondition, repair and/or replace parts
- Perform routine maintenance checks including inspecting brake system, wheel bearings, electrical system, and air systems
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair engine/driveline/ABS related issues utilizing sound mechanical knowledge and computer based diagnostic programs
- Ability to set up and use common cutting, welding, and metal fabrication tooling and equipment as needed to complete trailer repairs
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Technical school degree and/or previous tractor/trailer repair experience
- Must have valid Driver’s License Must be attentive to detail Strong oral and written communication skills required Must be able to handle a fast-paced, physically demanding workload
- PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Must be able to lift 100lbs repetitively and overhead Must be able to climb on/off trailers throughout the shift
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.50 - $32.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23 - $33
