Trailer Mechanic

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MUST HAVE DOT Certifications for this position. Our ideal candidate should have previous experience as a trailer mechanic. The trailer mechanic focuses specifically on the maintenance and repair of trailer components, including the trailer's axles, tires, brakes, and electrical systems.

• Preventative maintenance and repair all systems on 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

• Mechanic DOT certification required
• Previous experience hydraulic repairs a plus
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record
• Must pass a pre employment medical physical and drug screen
• Must pass a background check
• Ability to communicate with others effectively; understand direction (written or oral) and use basic math skills
• Mechanic trade school or equivalent work experience
• Preferred – high school diploma or GED and/or foreign education acceptable
• Bi-lingual (English & Spanish) language skills a plus

• 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

Comply with all applicable federal, state, local, & SA Recycling safety, health, & environmental rules, regulations, policies, & procedures.

• Competitive Pay
• Choice of Medical plans, with Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401k with a Company Match
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Incentives
• Company provided uniforms and PPE
• Safety and Profitability Bonuses

An offer of employment by SA Recycling is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a post-offer drug screen, physical exam, and background check with a credit check (if position specified).

All US applicants must be 18 years of age or older.

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