Trailer Mechanic
Searcy, AR

*Monday-Friday*/*AM work schedule*/*Full Benefits*/*Hourly Rate*

Company is a family business that’s been making great tasting lunchmeat for more than 60 years. As a 3rd-generation family-owned company, we consider our consumers, customers, and suppliers a part of our extended family. Together, we’re one team focused on creating new ideas and products, while always striving for excellence. Due to growth we are looking for a Trailer Mechanics to work in our BRAND NEW MAINTENANCE FACILITY within 45 miles of Searcy, AR.

Compensation

• Hourly Pay $20.00-$25.00/hour
• Overtime paid after 40 hours per week
• Typical work week is 40-50 hours per week
• Weekly paychecks

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life
• Eligibility after 90 days of employment.
• 401K with company match
• Safety bonus
• Seniority bonus
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation

Work Schedule

• 4-day work week, rotate 1 weekend per month (4-hours on Saturday and/or Sunday).
  • Schedule 1: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (off Saturday & Sunday)
  • Schedule 2: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (off Saturday & Sunday)
• Typically work 10-hour shifts, 6:00am-4:30pm; work until work is completed.
• Work inside, in a BRAND NEW MAINTENANCE FACILITY with heat and air conditioning.
• Schedule flexibility may be available based on candidate's needs.
• Work schedule may change based on business needs; must be flexible with work schedule.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform preventative and as-needed maintenance of semi trailers
• Interpret and follow work orders and technical manuals
• Maintain schedules and document completed preventative maintenance and repairs
• Repair or replace defective parts, components, or systems
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance; ensure work meets manufacturer's specifications according to FMCSR (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations)
• Maintaining parts and yard organization (with direction from operations management) to ensure a clean and safe working environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working specifically on semi trailers
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working on brakes
• Minimum of 1 year of experience managing preventative maintenance program on semi trailers
• Must have experience with Refer units (Thermo King and Carrier)
• DOT medical card required or willing and able to obtain upon hire.
• Knowledge of air, electronic, braking, and suspension systems as well as general mechanical operation and/or trailer body repair.
• Familiar with FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) and FMCSR (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations)/BIT (Basic Inspection of Terminals) inspections.
• High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)
• Must be able to lift 70 pounds (mainly, tires)
• Must have own tools
• Must have a valid and current US driver's license; no CDL required