Trailer Mechanic

Job Overview

Nussbaum is looking for a strong customer-service oriented person to maintain our fleet of trailers in our local shop. We are looking for someone who will thrive in a fast-paced, positive work environment and possess strong communication skills as well as an understanding of driver needs.

• Perform work as outlined on repair orders with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Nussbaum shop and warranty standards.
• Maintain fleet through Preventative Maintenance
• Heavy electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Brake and Wheel-end repairs
• Suspension diagnosing and repair work
• Light to heavy body repair
• Installation and servicing of third-party add-ons
• Accurately log and track your work within maintenance software.
• Document/write diagnostic steps and corrective actions implemented
• Willingness to continually learn as equipment technologies change.

• Full-time Positions
• Current Shifts
  • Monday through Friday 6am-2:30pm
  • Sunday through Wednesday 2-12:30am
  • Tuesday through Friday 2-12:30am
  • Sunday through Wednesday 6-4:30pm
  • Wednesday through Saturday 6-4:30pm
• Shift availability based on company needs at the time of hire
  • Current Need:
    Tue – Fri 2pm – 12:30am
• Differential in place for 2nd shift
• Location:
  
  Corporate Offices – 19336 N. 1425 East Rd., Hudson, IL 61748
• Pay range: $16 – $40 per hour, depending on skills and experience. With Questions on pay, please reach out to the HR team.
• 401(k) match.
• Personal Development
• Quarterly Tool Allowance – $200 Annually
• Annual Boot Allowance – $300 ($100 annually)
• Opportunities to gain additional PTO through Holiday Schedule
• Access to three tool distributors weekly (Matco, Snap-On, Cornwell)
• Cross-Department Networking – get to know fellow employee owners through network lunches, financial workshops, serving on a committee/event team, service projects, and GrowRED activities.
• Company Wellness Program – includes step and weight loss incentives, and free add-on healthcare benefits. Earn rewards points for engaging in a healthy, active lifestyle!
• Rewards – GrowRED + Wellness points may be redeemed for gift cards, electronics, PTO days, and more!
• Food days! Every other month, enjoy a free gourmet lunch served by fellow employee owners.

• Team player – able to interact well with others, respectful, gives/receives feedback with grace and honesty.
• Self-motivated – identifies new opportunities and takes initiative to solve problems
• Desire for continual learning – always looking to grow, both personally and professionally
• Working knowledge of diesel equipment maintenance and repair
• Basic typing and computer skills
• Basic understanding of the electrical systems
• Able to navigate resource material and schematics online

• Brake and DOT Certifications
• 1 – 2 years of mechanical experience or completion of a tech program
• Welding certificate or 6-months of experience
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License
• Basic toolkit and toolbox

• Entry to the industry through our Tech Trainee Program provided by Nussbaum Transportation
• Tuition Assistance
• Basic Starter Toolset with Toolbox
• Rigorous 9-month training/schooling on and offsite