Service Technician / Mechanic (Heavy Haul Trailers)
Aspen thrives on taking on the biggest heavy haul design and manufacturing challenges in North America. Ready to roll where others fear to tread, the Aspen approach is built on a foundation of tenacity, perseverance, and unwavering determination – just like the people who use them. Aspen is a growing business looking for people with energy, drive and passion to contribute to our team.
The Heavy Haul Trailer – Service Technician is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of our customers’ custom trailers. Quality repairs need to meet or exceed the original factory fit and finish.
Main Responsibilities
- Preventative maintenance, inspection, and repair all systems on Heavy Haul Trailers to meet standards set forth by OEM and DOT
- Clean, lubricate and perform preventative maintenance
- Inspect to identify worn and inoperative components
- Test equipment for proper performance
- Adjust and/or replace defective parts
- Air & ABS braking systems
- Basic 12-volt Electrical. Harness, connector, and lights
- Hydraulic System
- Air and mechanical suspension
- Wheel end components for drum and disc applications
- Replace and align axles
- Small engine maintenance and repair.
- Inspection of trailers for annual Federal DOT
- Completing written work orders and associated paperwork in an accurate and timely manner
Attributes and Skills
- Must have strong mechanical knowledge and understanding
- Full understanding of all relevant safety and compliance regulations, policies and generally accepted work practices relating to heavy duty trailer shop operations
- Good Time Management skills required
- Must have effective Problem-Solving skills
- Must have a good attitude and the ability to work well with others
- Desire to Learn
- Should take Pride in your work
- Computer keyboarding skills and a basic understanding of computer business systems
Experience and Education
- Graduate of vocational program or
- Minimum 3 years experience in heavy duty maintenance and repairs
- CDL preferred but not required
Working Conditions
- The work performed is carried out indoors in a regulated environment
- Regular exposure to industrial shop hazards which require additional protection from noise, fall hazards and air quality. Safety boots must be worn.
- Regular fast pace or work with tight deadlines
- A medium stress environment due to timelines
Shift Availability
- Monday to Friday – 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Overtime occasionally available, ability to work longer hours when needed
Benefits
- Medical Reimbursement program
- Paid Holidays
- Paid time off accrual
- Annual safety boot allowance
- Company events
- Service & Safety Recognition programs
- Clean and Safe working environment
Apply now to join North America’s premier supplier of heavy haul transportation equipment! Aspen Custom Trailers is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial company poised for significant ongoing growth. Thank you for your interest in Aspen Custom Trailers. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. If you would like to know more about Aspen, please visit www.aspentrailer.com
Other details
- Job Family Product Support
- Job Function Skilled Operator
- Pay Type Hourly
- Employment Indicator Apprenticeship
- 2301 Texas Central Pkwy, Waco, TX 76712, USA