Trailer Technician

Experienced Trailer Technician / Trailer Mechanic Transport Refrigeration, Inc. Rockford, IL Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM | No Weekends $24.50–$35.00/hour – Based on Experience Apply Now:  Experienced Trailer Technicians – Join Our New Rockford Location!

Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is opening a new location in Rockford, IL and is looking for an experienced Trailer Technician / Trailer Mechanic to join our growing team.

If you have experience repairing semi-trailers, refrigerated trailers, commercial trailers, or heavy-duty equipment, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a hands-on service environment.

You'll perform trailer repair, preventative maintenance, DOT/FHWA inspections, brakes, ABS, electrical, welding, fabrication, body and structural repairs, and more. Pay & Benefits $24.50–$35.00/hour, based on experience

Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PMNo weekends

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off + holidays

Boot & safety glasses allowance

Paid training and certification support

Career advancement opportunities️ What You'll DoPerform preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trailers and refrigerated trailers

Perform DOT/FHWA inspections and related repairs

Diagnose and repair trailer brakes and ABS systems

Perform tire repairs and replacements

Repair trailer bodies, structures, floors, and rear doors

Perform steel and aluminum welding

Fabricate and modify trailers and customer vehicles

Perform trailer electrical repairs and troubleshooting

Perform insulation and foaming of refrigerated trailers and vans Perform road service when needed

Service and repair company vehicles and equipment

Operate forklifts, hoists, and other shop equipment

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop What We're Looking For Previous trailer repair experience required

Experience as a Trailer Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, or Heavy-Duty Technician Experience repairing semi-trailers, refrigerated trailers, or commercial trailers

Strong welding and fabrication skills

Experience with trailer brakes, ABS, electrical systems, tires, and structural repairs

Ability to perform or learn DOT/FHWA inspections

High school diploma, technical school, or equivalent experience

Valid, unrestricted driver's license

Forklift certification or ability to obtain certificationASE certification or willingness to obtain and maintain certifications

Ability to travel occasionally for training

Obtain required tools and toolbox

Strong safety awareness and attention to detail

Dependable, professional, and team-oriented

Physical Requirements This is a hands-on technician position. You must be able to:

Lift up to 50 lbs. several times per day and occasionally up to 100 lbs.

Frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, climb, push, and pull

Work around and underneath trailers using ladders, scaffolding, and creepers

Operate company and customer vehicles, forklifts, hoists, and shop equipment

Perform repetitive hand movements and use hand tools throughout the workday Why Join Transport Refrigeration?

You'll be joining a growing company and a brand-new Rockford location with the opportunity to help build a strong local service team.

We provide truck, trailer, and transport refrigeration service and repair for customers across multiple industries. Our technicians work on a wide variety of equipment, giving experienced technicians the opportunity to use and expand their skills.

Ready to put your trailer repair skills to work? Apply today!

Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Direct applicants only – no recruiting agencies.