Mechanic - Trailer

Position: Trailer Mechanic

Job Description

Forward Air is looking for a self-motivated individual to join the maint enance team as a full-time Trailer Mechanic . Duties include maintaining all aspects of vehicles, trailers, and other mechanical equipment of Forward Air . This individual will be expected to do this while adhering to the compliance of all F A Policies, safe work practice s, and main taining high customer service.

Core Responsibilities & Duties

• Evaluate status of mechanical equipment, and trailers
• Maintain equipment according to DOT regulations
• Perform minor trailer repairs
• Perform tire mounting/dismounting and repairs
• Perform minor cosmetic repairs
• Conduct various analysis and inspections of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical systems to determine the most cost-effective means of maintenance, repair, or replacement
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Maintain work area, tools, and equipment
• Operate a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air-driven tools
• Perform minor building and facility maintenance
• Perform d ata e ntry in Maintenance Software to track repairs
• Keep shop and company tools clean and in good working order
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License required
• Prior experience with truck, trailer, and/or vehicle repair
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Desire for a long-term career with an industry leading company
• Ability to present and maintain a positive corporate image in a fast-paced environment
• Proactively establish and maintain effective working team relationships with all support departments
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule (extended hours as required )
• Must have basic set of tools

Skills

• The ideal candidate wi ll possess a “can do" attitude with a “will do" work ethic
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.