Trailer Mechanic

Job Description Primary Purpose and Essential Functions: Perform advanced trailer repairs, rebuilds, and basic diagnostics; Provide mentoring to all levels of trailer mechanics and demonstrate positive leadership characteristics

• Complete advanced repairs, repair evaluations, and estimates while considering the entire Swift business model to maximize efficiency of trailer usage.
• Responsible for complete trailer wreck rebuilds.
• Perform quality checks for all trailer mechanics; Mentor and assist any shop personnel as needed to create a cohesive and well-rounded shop environment centered around learning.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs of the trailer fleet (Brakes, ABS, Electronics).
• Responsible for completion of all necessary tags and work orders.
• Assist with moving of equipment on/off the Safety Lane and around the yard.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Perform light tractor repair as needed.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner which facilitates the success of business operations in order to meet company demands and expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.
• Skills: Demonstrated/proven superior customer service skills; valid drivers license; ability to read and understand repair manuals, understanding and ability to complete/fill tags and repair orders; computer keyboarding.
• Education: High School Diploma GED or graduation from trade/techinical school preferred. Additional technical school education may substitute for required experience. Drivers license required.
• Experience Required: Seven (7) years of heavy equipment/mechanic related experience. Completion of Swift 5MT Packet may substitute for one (1) years of required experience.

Qualifications Demonstrated/proven superior customer service skills; valid drivers license; ability to read and understand repair manuals, understanding and ability to complete/fill tags and repair orders; computer keyboarding.

Required Education

High School Diploma GED or graduation from trade/techinical school preferred. Additional technical school education may substitute for required experience. Drivers license required.

Required Experience

Seven (7) years of heavy equipment/mechanic related experience. Completion of Swift 5MT Packet may substitute for one (1) years of required experience.