Shop Trailer Mechanic II- Gouldsboro PA

Job Summary

CAMFS is currently hiring a Shop Trailer Mechanic II
. This is a dedicated on‑site shop position and we do not provide emergency side‑of‑the‑road type of repairs. If you are looking for a new place to call home, we would love to talk to you!

The Shop Trailer Technician II will be responsible for performing certified DOT inspections, preventive maintenance inspections, light repairs, and other duties as assigned such as trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, lift gates, brake chambers, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body, and framework.

• Always follows and complies with safe operating practices and procedures.
• Independently determines parts required for each job and interacts with the Shop Parts Department to obtain them.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Assists in cleanup at the end of each day for tools, parts, and equipment.
• Applies knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on‑the‑job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job.
• Works with Service Writer to assess customer needs, providing information or assistance, resolving their problems, or satisfying their expectations.
• Manages concurrent assigned tasks, making effective judgments as to prioritizing work related activities and time allocations.
• Acts with integrity, demonstrates honesty and keeps commitments. Behaves consistently, keeping sensitive information confidential and adhering to ethical and professional standards.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance (PM), DOT inspections and follows up repairs on light, medium and heavy‑dutty vehicles in a shop environment.
• Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment.
• Uses hand tools, precision instruments, as well as trailer tools, welding equipment, lifts and jacks.
• Documents according to company standards and uploads pictures of work performed, parts used, and all findings observed on Repair Orders (RO) using company issued device and/or Karmak application.
• Accurately completes DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Maintains a high level of productivity and is able to work within or close to most Standard Repair Times.
• Communicates with Shop Manager and support team to obtain approvals on repair estimates, retrieve purchase order numbers and/or discuss RO findings notes.
• Performs all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participates in and completes all‑in company required safety training.
• Maintains shop assigned service trucks, conducts safety checks and daily pre/post trip inspections.
• Performs minor adjustment and repairs on various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, lift gates, and brake chambers, trailer steering systems.
• Adheres to company policies, processes, and procedures.
• Diagnoses, adjusts, and repairs various types of trailer equipment and systems including, but not limited to the following: trailer brakes, air lines, auxiliary pumps and engines, lift gates, and brake chambers, trailer steering systems, welding, fabrication, replacement of panels, body and framework.
• Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevance of information, using sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives.
• Inspects, tests, and listens to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Assists Shop Trailer Technician I with diagnostics.

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline; or 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
• Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one prior to employment or within 72 hours of hire.
• Possesses and supplies a set of hand tools necessary to perform…