Trailer Technician/Apprentice
- Vaughan, ON, Canada
Competitive hourly rate starting from $26.00 depending on experience. · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Competitive hourly rate starting from $26.00 depending on experience.
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Proven at least 1 year experience as a Trailer Service Technician or similar role.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Trailer Technician
Location: Maple, ON
Reports to: Service Manager
Job Status: Full Time Permanent
“We envision a future where TEN is synonymous with Reliability, Sustainability, and Excellence in the transportation industry.”
Transportation Equipment Network (TEN) is proud North American leader in transportation equipment and solutions. We’re full-service and fully loaded with an industry-leading diverse fleet of over 80,000 trailers and a support network of 240 service bays, 118 mobile service trucks, and 430+ skilled mechanics.
We believe in investing in our employees. That's why we offer a range of attractive and distinctive benefits to reward your exceptional skills and dedication:
Benefits And Pay Details
As part of our recruitment process, we incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the screening and assessment of candidates. These tools are used to enhance the overall candidate experience.
This posting is for an open position within our organization. If you are interested and meet the qualifications, please submit your application. We thank you for your application and interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Location: Maple, ON
Reports to: Service Manager
Job Status: Full Time Permanent
“We envision a future where TEN is synonymous with Reliability, Sustainability, and Excellence in the transportation industry.”
Transportation Equipment Network (TEN) is proud North American leader in transportation equipment and solutions. We’re full-service and fully loaded with an industry-leading diverse fleet of over 80,000 trailers and a support network of 240 service bays, 118 mobile service trucks, and 430+ skilled mechanics.
We believe in investing in our employees. That's why we offer a range of attractive and distinctive benefits to reward your exceptional skills and dedication:
Benefits And Pay Details
- Competitive hourly rate starting from $26.00 depending on experience.
- Technicians are eligible for a signing bonus of $2,500.
- We provide above average pay rates with above mark afternoon shift premium.
- Paid Vacation and an additional 5 Personal Days.
- $300 Boot Allowance and $500 Tool Allowance Annually.
- Prescription safety glasses program.
- Company provided Shop Coveralls and PPE.
- Employer paid benefits package that goes beyond the basics
- Pension plan with matching.
- Opportunities for growth and development.
- Conduct thorough inspections of trailers to identify any maintenance or repair needs.
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as lubricating moving parts, replacing worn-out components, and adjusting brakes and suspension systems.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot trailer issues using appropriate diagnostic tools and techniques.
- Repair or replace damaged or faulty trailer parts, including electrical systems, tires, brakes, lights, couplers, and axles.
- Perform welding, fabrication, and bodywork repairs as necessary.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards throughout all repair and maintenance procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of all work performed, including parts used and labor hours
- Licensed Truck-Trailer Service Technician (310J) Or working towards it - Apprentice
- Proven at least 1 year experience as a Trailer Service Technician or similar role.
- Knowledge of trailer systems, including electrical, suspension, braking, and structural components.
- Experience in fabrication, welding and/or tailgate repairs (considered an asset).
- Be a collaborative team player with good written and oral communication.
- Safely able to lift up to 85 pounds.
As part of our recruitment process, we incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the screening and assessment of candidates. These tools are used to enhance the overall candidate experience.
This posting is for an open position within our organization. If you are interested and meet the qualifications, please submit your application. We thank you for your application and interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair trailers, including their electrical, braking, suspension, tire, lighting, coupling, and axle systems. Perform welding, fabrication, and bodywork as needed, follow safety standards, and document work, parts, and labor.
Requirements
Applicants must hold a 310J Truck-Trailer Service Technician license or be working toward it as an apprentice, and have at least one year of relevant experience. They should know trailer systems, communicate and collaborate effectively, and be able to safely lift up to 85 pounds; fabrication, welding, or tailgate repair experience is an asset.
Skills
- Trailer Inspection
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Trailer Repair
- Electrical Systems
- Brake Systems
- Suspension Systems
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Bodywork Repair
- Tailgate Repair
- Recordkeeping
- Safety Compliance
- Teamwork
- Written Communication
- Oral Communication
Benefits
- Signing Bonus
- Afternoon Shift Premium
- Paid Vacation
- Personal Days
- Boot Allowance
- Tool Allowance
- Prescription Safety Glasses
- Company-Provided Coveralls and Personal Protective Equipment
- Pension Plan with Matching
- Growth and Development Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Transportation
- Engineering
Keywords
- 310J Truck-Trailer Service Technician
- Apprentice
- Trailer Inspection
- Trailer Maintenance
- Trailer Repair
- Diagnostic Tools
- Electrical Systems
- Suspension Systems
- Braking Systems
- Tires
- Lights
- Couplers
- Axles
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Bodywork
- Tailgate Repairs
- Safety Regulations
- Industry Standards
- Parts Records
- Labor Hours
- Transportation Equipment
- Service Bays
- Mobile Service Trucks