TRAILER TECHNICIAN

Company: R E Garrison Trucking Inc
Location: Cullman
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

Job Title: Diesel / Trailer Mechanic FLSA Status: Non- Exempt Reports To: Shop Manager Job Summary: The primary responsibility of this position is to maintain diesel/trailer equipment operation by completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; perform maintenance on reefer units and trailers; correct vehicle deficiencies; make adjustments and alignments; maintain records. Customer satisfaction is first and foremost. Job Requirements: Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Ability to read and write. Degree in Diesel Mechanics preferred Experience: One Year Minimum of Previous Diesel Mechanic / Service Technician experience preferred. Additional Skills/Abilities : Must be customer oriented, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work in fast paced environment. Good work ethic and attitude a must. Duties:

• Performs engine repairs
• Troubleshoot engine codes
• Proficient on all repairs on engines
• Remove and install transmission
• Remove and install clutches, rear ends and engines
• Changes Oil
• Rotates and changes tires
• Tests systems and components
  • Repairs or replaces worn parts ahead of breakdown or damage
  • Drives vehicle for testing purposes
  • Annotates Repairs
  • Complete and maintain legible work order
  • Explores opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
    • Performs other duties as may be assigned
    • Determines trailer condition by conducting inspections and makes essential repairs
      • Repairs brake systems and ABS systems
      • Removes and replaces tires
      • Makes repairs on trailer body and interior
      • Diagnoses and repairs electrical system and lights
      • Perform suspension work
      • Other duties as may be assigned Physical Functions Below are the physical functions for this position. These functions are the minimum physical abilities required to perform this position. Physical Requirements Occasionally Frequently Constantly Walking X Sitting X Standing X Stooping X Bending X Kneeling X Crouching X Twisting X Climbing Stairs X Climbing (Ladder/Scaffolding) X Crawling X Stretching/Reaching X Pushing/Pulling X Hearing X Seeing X Speaking X Hand-finger Dexterity X Lifting/Carrying up to: ( ) 20 lbs. ( ) 30 lbs. ( ) 40 lbs. ( ) 50 lbs. ( ) 75 lbs X ( ) 100 lbs ( ) > 100 lbs. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential duty and/or function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate. Employment with RE Garrison is at - will , which means that either you or the Company can end the employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice. 8 hours plus break
        
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