What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Mechanic position at SA Recycling?
Our ideal candidate should have previous experience as a mechanic/technician in the trailer industry.
The Mechanic travels to various company yards to repair stationary and mobile equipment. welding and mechanic skills are a plus. We are looking for a self-motivated person with strong work ethics for Rove maintenance.
Job Duties
•Duties will include but not limited to:
• Preventative maintenance and repair all systems on Semi-Trailers to meet the standards set forth by DOT
• Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races and associated parts
• Repair electrical and lighting systems
• Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider
assemblies, axles, and sub frames
• Repair mud flap brackets and dolly leg assembles
• Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim
• Repair roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails
• Conform to all safety and health standards
Qualifications
• Employees in this position prior to April 2014 are presumed to be qualified and are "grandfathered" into their positions. Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
• Must pass a medical physical and drug test
• Must pass a background check
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
•Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus
• Ability to: communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills as the job demands
• Diesel Mechanic school or certification preferred
• Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus
Job Expectations
Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.
Physical Requirements
• Work Environment: Scrap yard, large equipment metal processing area
• Equipment & Tools: Yard equipment, electrical Safety equipment, hand tools, and PPE specialized for electricians.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate,
• Work Capacity: Mechanic Work Capacity
• Sensory Demands:
Hearing, vision, smell, touch and taste
• Hand Movements: Repetitive motions, gripping, twisting