Trailer Tech

Trailer Technician | $22–40/hr + Bonus | Columbus Trailer work isn't second-tier - at ETT, it's a real career path with its own pay scale, its own bonus structure, and its own ladder. We're hiring trailer techs at multiple experience levels.

Trailer Technician | $22–40/hr + Bonus | Columbus Trailer work isn't second-tier - at ETT, it's a real career path with its own pay scale, its own bonus structure, and its own ladder. We’re hiring trailer techs at multiple experience levels.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair trailer bodies, brakes, electrical, air systems, and hydraulics
• Service hubs and axles - adjust, rebuild, and replace as needed
• Run tire work, lighting repairs, floor repairs, body work
• Perform DOT inspections and ensure trailers leave road-legal
• Document jobs in Karmak - accurate parts, time, and notes
• Work with the Service Advisor and Foreman on workflow

• 6+ months trailer repair experience (we have an apprentice path for the right person with less)
• Welding skills are a strong plus, not required
• Mechanical aptitude - brakes, electrical, hydraulics
• Valid driver's license

• Pay: $22–40/hr based on experience and skill mix
• Benefits:
  Medical (HSA option), dental, vision, 401(k) match
• Time off: PTO, paid holidays
• Boots & uniforms:
  Provided
• Training:
  Paid on the clock - welding, brake, axle, electrical
• Career path:
  Apprentice → TT-1 → TT-2 → TT-3 → Lead/Foreman. Real money at every step.

We have a dedicated trailer operation, dedicated trailer pay bands, and trailer-specific career progression. If you take pride in trailer work, we're the place.

Eastern Truck & Trailer is an equal opportunity employer.