Overview
The Trailer Body Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment to meet the standards set by the Department of Transportation and Werner Enterprises. This is a safety-sensitive position that requires a comprehensive understanding of tractor/trailer operations.
Responsibilities
- Remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races, and associated parts.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and lighting systems and associated parts.
- Repair or replace chassis components such as springs, spring hangers, equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, sub frames and its associated parts.
- Repair or replace ICC’s, ICC braces, mud flap brackets, dolly leg assemblies, and any other associated part by means of welding or cutting with oxy-acetylene torch.
- Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim, and minor repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and all associated parts.
- Service and maintain refrigerated units, such as changing oil, filters, minor engine components, and any associated parts.
- Clean own personal area during and at the end of each shift.
- Assist in cleaning other areas, such as bathrooms, break rooms, hallways, outside policing, and any other area that may need to be designated at a later date.
- Assist other mechanics and fellow employees with their daily tasks.
- Assist in performing any task outside those not listed in primary job functions.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent, with the exception of high school seniors.
- Minimum 3 months mechanical experience.
- Minimum 3 months MIG welding experience both steel and aluminum, as well as oxy-acetylene torch experience.
- Basic knowledge of engine and accessory components for repairing power units on refrigerated units.
- Comprehensive knowledge of all systems pertaining to tractor/trailer operations.
- Knowledge and use of hand tools from simple wrenches to pneumatic tools.
- Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot and repair any mechanical or electrical problems.
- Ability to use a MIG welder, Plasma cutter and oxy-acetylene torches.