Trailer Mechanic

Job Description Trailer Mechanic / Trailer Technician
- Keep Our Fleet Moving Looking for a full-time Trailer Mechanic job near you? Join Averitt as a Trailer Mechanic / Trailer Technician and play a key role in keeping our fleet safe, efficient, and road'ready. Our mechanics do more than turn wrenches, they protect our drivers, support our customers, and keep freight moving.

Whether you're an experienced trailer mechanic, diesel technician, or a recent tech school graduate, Averitt offers stable pay, modern shops, and long-term career growth in fleet maintenance.

Hours:

Tuesday
- Friday 7 pm - 7 am or Monday
- Thursday 7 pm - 7 am What You'll Do:

As a Trailer Mechanic / Technician, you will perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of trailers and related systems, including:  Diagnose, maintain, and repair trailer components including:
Doors, brakes, tires, suspension systems  ABS systems, electrical systems, and hydraulics    Repair and replace trailer bodies including: sidewalls, rails, roofs, and floors  Perform major liftgate repairs.  DOT inspector certified  Brake inspector certified Pay and Scheduling  Hourly pay for all time worked (not just wrench time)  Competitive pay with performance reviews every 90 days  4-day work weeks available at select locations Tool and Equipment Support  $2,500 Tool Bonus for qualified mechanics    $1,250 after 90 days, $1,250 after 180 days    Clean, organized, and well-equipped shop environment  Uniforms provided and professionally cleaned Paid Time Off and Holidays  Paid Time Off (PTO)  8 paid holidays annually Industry-Leading Insurance (Starts After 30 Days)  Medical, dental, vision, hearing, and prescription coverage    Individual plans starting as low as $40.20/week  Family plans starting as low as $105.90/week    Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability Financial and Career Support  Monthly profit-sharing contributions to your retirement  Referral bonuses, get rewarded for bringing great people on board Why Join Averitt?  

Over 22% of our team has been with Averitt for 20+ years  Supportive leadership that listens and invests in your career  Work alongside professionals who take pride in their craft  A workplace where mechanics are respected, valued, and heard Ready to Build Your Career in Diesel Maintenance?

If you're looking for a long-term home in diesel mechanic jobs, truck technician roles, or fleet maintenance careers, Averitt is the place to grow.

Click "Apply Now" to start your career with Averitt, where the work matters and so do you.

Averitt Express is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Pay Range:

- , General Benefits:  Must be 18 years of age  Valid driver's license  Convictions for reckless driving within the past 5 years will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis  Convictions for DUI within the past 5 years will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis  License suspensions or revocations within the past 5 years will be reviewed on case-by-case basis  More than 3 moving violations within the past 3 years will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis  Training and certification requirements  Preventive maintenance inspection - requires bending and stooping  Lubrication - requires bending and stooping  Oil change - requires bending and stooping  Brake system repair - lift requirement: 105 lbs  Driveline component repair - lift requirement: 95 lbs  Trailer body repair - lift requirement: 100 lbs  Tire maintenance - lift requirement: 95 lbs  Diesel engine repair - lift requirement: 80 lbs  Regular predictable attendance  Heavy-duty truck mechanical aptitude  Air conditioning certification  Heavy-duty brake certification  Remove and replace vehicle components