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Chassis Mechanic - 1st Shift - 6:00am-2:30pm

TRAC Intermodal

  • Bedford Park, Illinois
  • 6 days ago
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    Skills

    • Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
    • Arc Weldingunmatched
    • Computer Systemsunmatched
    • Driver's Licenseunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • Equipment Maintenance/Repairunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Maintenance - Poolunmatched
    • Multilingualunmatched
    • Multitaskingunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Software Patchesunmatched
    • Spanish Languageunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Tire Repairunmatched
    • Weldingunmatched

    Description

    Chassis Mechanic Summary:

    The Chassis Mechanic will perform mechanical repairs and inspections in a rail road ramp type of environment from a Mobile Service Unit. The employee will perform all types of chassis repairs including brake jobs, welding, cutting with a torch and repairing and replacing parts on the chassis using standard repair tools. Some minor container repairs, patches, door latches and hinges type of work. Repairs will be conducted based on estimates written by an M&R Supervisor and based off of roadability issues.

    Chassis Mechanic Responsibilities:

    • Perform FMCSA chassis inspections
    • Perform container chassis repairs of all types
    • Perform light container repairs
    • Change tires as necessary
    • Maintain Parts Inventory
    • Strictly adhere to all safety rules and regulations
    • Communicate with management on space requirements, backlog of work, inventory issues, etc.
    • Work and repair chassis according to TRAC Chassis Pool Repair Guidelines

    Chassis Mechanic Qualifications:

    • High School Diploma or GED required
    • Ability to meet TRAC driver’s license standards
    • Able to pass pre-employment drug screening
    • At least 2 years of experience in chassis mechanics, usage and customary repair methods
    • Some experience with minor container repairs
    • At least one year of experience in MIG and/or ARC welding
    • Knowledge of AAR, IICL and DOT rules and criteria
    • Ability to work independently without direct supervision
    • Medium ability to use a variety of computer systems (Office and IDCS systems for rail)
    • Ability to read and write legibly
    • Bilingual is a plus (English/Spanish)
    • Ability to work outdoors for extended periods of time
    • Ability to review a written plan and execute according to the stated standards
    • Ability to work within a process oriented, fast paced team atmosphere
    • Must meet minimum FMCSA requirements that are listed in the Special Position Requirements
    • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workloads and handle multiple tasks

    EOE

    Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Employee assistance program, Employee discount, Flexible spending account, Health insurance, Health savings account, Life insurance, Paid time off, Referral program, Retirement plan, Vision insurance
    Supplemental Pay: Bonus pay, Signing bonus

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationBedford Park, Illinois
    IndustryTransportation and Warehousing
    Company Size500 to 999 employees
    Year Founded1968
    Websitehttps://www.tracintermodal.com/

    About Company

    Trac Intermodal
    TRAC Intermodal is North America’s leading intermodal equipment provider and chassis pool manager serving domestic and international shippers. The company's operations include long-term leasing and short-term rentals of the approximately 272,000 chassis in our fleet. We also provide pool/fleet management services and are a leader in providing chassis solutions to the intermodal industry that are designed to increase supply chain efficiency, control costs and promote safety.

    Our Mission
    TRAC’s mission is to create value to our customers by providing the best intermodal chassis products, at the right time and at the right place. We accomplish this by:

    Respecting and understanding our customers, partners and colleagues
    Fostering a culture of teamwork, accountability, integrity and innovation
    Operating in the most cost-efficient manner
    Promoting safety

    The Essentials
    We are North America’s leading intermodal equipment provider and chassis pool manager servicing domestic and international shippers.

    Largest Fleet of Chassis in North America – Over 309,000 chassis under management; with 202,000 in the marine segment, 75,000 in the domestic segment and 32,000 in inventory.
    Broad National Footprint –563 marine pool locations, 152 domestic pool locations, and 61 Depots.
    Market Share Leader –Over 37 percent of the marine and domestic chassis market in North America.
    Extensive Pool Management– Ten neutral marine pools and North America’s only national domestic pool.
    Best-In-Class Technology Platform – PoolStat provides chassis tracking and billing in neutral pools and is a central operating database.
    Experienced Management Team –More than 135 total years of experience. Past senior management employment includes FedEx, CSX, Deutsche Post DHL, Pacer, and Transamerica.
    Satisfies Customer Needs– High quality, road-able chassis in the right place at the right time. Delivers new products that meet customer needs.

    Our Core Values
    At TRAC Intermodal, we encourage and emphasize company-wide core values that include:

    Customer-centric
    High service quality
    Safety-driven
    High sense of urgency
    Nimble
    Respectful
    Does what’s right

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