Trailer Technician/Mechanic

Company: Dayton Freight
Location: Crest Hill
Posted on: June 12, 2021

Job Description:

Overview

We're hosting Virtual Open Interviews for qualified, full-time Technicians!

When: Mondays - Fridays | 7 AM - 10 AM & 12 PM - 2 PM EST

Where: Virtually, via ZOOM

How: Follow this link to complete the Pre-Application: https://www.daytonfreight.com/technician-virtual-interview/

• Once you have completed this form, a Dayton Freight Hiring Manager will contact you with more information.
• Please note that filling out the pre-application form is not equivalent to completing an online application. The Hiring Manager may request you to complete an online application, which can be found by clicking the button on this page to "Apply".

The Apply button may be at the top, bottom, or right-hand side of your screen, depending on the device you are using.

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Overtime after 40 hours
• Monday - Friday work weeks for all shifts
• Company-provided uniforms, including laundry
• Quick advancement
• Quality Hours
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern, organized facility
• Clean, late model equipment
• Safety oriented atmosphere
• Specialty tools provided
• Open door policy
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, discretionary Company match

Responsibilities

Trailer Technicians are to perform maintenance service in which the volume and quality of work is within the acceptably measured standards for Dayton Freight Lines.

• Has a fundamental understanding of repairing and rebuilding components on 48ft. and 53ft. dry van trailers and can effectively repairs the following components:
• Suspension and running gear components
• Landing gear assembly and components
• Wheel components and tires
• Brake and air components
• Electrical, lighting and wiring components
• Rear frame and door components
• Side, nose and roof components

• Interior and floor components

• Able to thoroughly perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and repairs
• Maintains a high level of welding and metal fabrication skills
• Performs service calls
• Washes and fuels equipment when necessary
• Road tests vehicles to ensure quality repair services were performed.*Dependent upon having a CDL
• Consistently positive attitude, interacting courteously and professionally with fellow employees
• Pro-actively assists, guides and directs junior technicians
• Be a leading participant in the care and upkeep of the shop, the grounds and all equipment and tools
• Maintains a clean, safe environment that complies to OSHA and company standards
• Proficient in recording all work and labor on a computer in the EMS system
• Works with the Parts Department to assure that all necessary materials, parts, service and shop supplies are maintained at proper quantity levels
• Works in compliance to EPA regulations as well as DOT and company safety requirements
• Performs other maintenance duties or assignments when necessary

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Driver's License
• Basic math skills
• Fluent in English
• Legally eligible to work in the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Able to pass a drug screen

Benefits

• Stable and growing organization
• Competitive weekly pay
• Quick advancement
• Quality Hours
• Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
• Modern facilities
• Clean, late model equipment
• Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, etc.
• Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days
• 401(k) plan, Company Match

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Keywords: Dayton Freight, Cicero , Trailer Technician/Mechanic, Other , Crest Hill, Illinois