Technician, III Trailer

U.S. Xpress, Inc.

Shippensburg, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Electrical Wiring, Fast Food, Maintenance - Electrical, Mentoring, Preventative Maintenance, Purchasing/Procurement, Soldering, Tire Repair
LOCATION
Shippensburg, PA
POSTED
19 days ago

What You'll Do:

Tests, services, and repairs trailers and related mechanical components.

  • Perform in-depth diagnostics and repairs to brakes, suspension, air system, lighting system, suspension and all body panels etc.
  • Act as mentor and assist Trailer Tech I and II when needed.
  • Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
  • May require diagnosing complex mechanical, refrigerant, and electrical problems related to all Reefer systems (single & multi-temp), including engine, cooling, heating and on board computer modules.
  • May require repairs and diagnostics on starting and charging system, complex cooling and re-charge, and electrical including common fault codes. Repairs include performing leak detection procedures, compressor replacements, rebuilding throttling valves, soldering refrigerant lines, evaporator/condenser replacements and front main engine seal replacements.
  • Identify and obtain necessary replacement parts as needed to execute repairs.
  • Pull trailers in and out of shop using yard jockey before and after repairs.
  • Accurately complete DOT forms and all other forms of documentation in timely fashion.
  • Perform basic or minor repairs and inspections on brakes, tires, wiring etc.
  • Perform basic and routine preventative maintenance on tractors and trailers
  • Check vehicle fluids (transmission, oil, windshield wiper, antifreeze, etc.).
  • Perform vehicle preventative maintenance (PM's) as outlined in USX PM guideline's
  • Change vehicle tires.
  • Grease mechanical parts.
  • Clean and maintain work area on a daily basis.
  • Maintain a high productivity level and complete jobs within or better than SRT times.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

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U.S. Xpress, Inc.