Mobile Trailer Mechanic

Company: Terminal Transportation Services
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: March 28, 2025

Job Description:

' Mobile Trailer Mechanic JOB SUMMARY:

Work in conjunction with dispatch, safety, and operations to execute various repairs required of trailers and chassis. Responsible for proficiently performing preventive maintenance, FHWA inspections, and repairs to Flatbeds, Conestoga's, Dry Vans, and Intermodal Chassis. Responsible for meeting expiration deadlines for preventive maintenance measures and annual FHWA inspections. Work with drivers to abate mechanical issues found during pre and/or post trip inspections. Safely install, uninstall, replace, and work-on mechanical functions. Safely operate all tools and equipment used in work performed.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing trailer bodies, systems, and components

Demonstrate proficient knowledge of preventative maintenance, replacement of parts/components, and more difficult repairs as it pertains to trailer maintenance, air brake systems and FHWA Inspections

Maintaining hubs, axles, and brakes and adjusting or replacing them when required

Inspecting, servicing, and replacing trailer parts, including tires

Checking and repairing the brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems

Testing all systems and equipment for performance issues

Ensuring that trailers meet the U.S. Department of Transportation's road safety requirements

Compiling inspection reports, documenting repairs, and reporting all findings to management

Ability to complete repairs on trailer floors and roofs as needed

Professionally field calls from supervisors, drivers, managers, customers, and vendors

Other duties or tasks as assigned by management

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

A valid driver's license. Class B preferred.

Demonstrated and sustaining safe driving record

Safety sensitive mindset

Dedication to compliance

Verbal communication skills

Time management and task prioritization

Ethical Conduct

Self-starter with the ability to work well with minimal supervision

Must have own hand tools

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

A minimum of 2 years' experience as a trailer mechanic

Mechanical Experience/ Experience Working w/ Trailers

Knowledge of Trailer Systems (Electrical, Hydraulic and Braking), fabrication, suspensions, air brakes, body repair and welding

Qualifications to perform FHWA Inspections & Air Brake services as outlined by FMCSA regulations

Experience and ability to dismount, mount, and repair tires as well as perform roadside tire replacement.

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