Mobile Mechanic

Dohrn Transfer is a leading Midwest LTL Carrier providing less-than-truckload, truckload, and value-added services throughout our 10-state service area. Join our team and become a part of our new growth and bright future! We offer competitive salary and a great benefits package in an exciting, rewarding industry.

• Forklift mechanic experience is required.

Position: Mobile Mechanic – Kansas City, MO Terminal

Shift: 1st Shift – M-F 40hr Work Week

Pay: Up to $42.56/Hour with CDL & ASE incentives (Training available for incentives).

Benefits: Health / Vision / Dental insurance, 401k matching, life insurance, short/long term disability and more.

Mechanics are responsible for safely and efficiently maintaining Dohrn fleet vehicles.

• Inspect the vehicle for defects and safe operating conditions as required by law and company policy.
• Maintain company’s issued service truck, conduct safety checks and pre/post trip inspections.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (“PM”), DOT Inspections and routine follow up repairs 53’ van trailers in a mobile/field environment, including heated Carrier engines on upfitted trailers.
• Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers and pressure gauges.
• Use basic hand tools, precision instruments, as well as power tools, welding equipment, and jacks.
• Dismantle and reassemble equipment.
• Enter labor lines and parts into repair order computer system.
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Work with a high degree of independence and manage own daily schedule.
• Maintain a high level of productivity and be able to work within or close to most standard repair times.
• Repair, replace and adjust necessary units and parts.
• Obtain parts from approved local and national vendors as necessary for the repairs to be performed.
• Manage parts inventory and equipment provided on a service truck and perform periodic reconciliation.
• Communicate with Dohrn Transfer management and support team via email or phone to obtain approvals on repair.
• Perform all work in compliance with organizational safety, health and environmental policies, and federal regulations, to include OSHA, EPA, and DOT.
• Participate and complete all-in company required safety training.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with assigned operations staff and vendors as needed. Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Perform all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, and comply with all Federal, State, and local regulations for the safe operation of a commercial motor vehicle.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Travel to other company shop locations when staff is needed.
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

• A minimum age of 21.
• High school completion or equivalent. Technical School is a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License with class E endorsement & 3 years driving experience required. CDL B preferred.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a trailer mechanic.
• Proficiency in the use of Apple iPhone/mobile devices, navigation of mobile applications and use of email to document repairs and communication.
• Willingness to work varied schedules and work outdoors/in the elements at terminal yards/locations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, multi-task and apply initiative.
• Positive attitude, safety conscious, good instincts, and self‑motivation.
• All drivers are to possess only one valid driver's license issued by the resident state of the driver;
  Operators who have recently transferred from another state must produce a copy of the former license or provide license information for verification from that state;
  Drivers will need to provide information on all licenses held within the previous 36 months.
• No record of citation or conviction of any DUI/OWI or Reckless Driving within the previous 5 years.
• Must have and maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).