Join First Team Staffing as a Trailer Systems Technician & Fabrication Welder
Picture your day in Hermitage, TN: you clock in, review a work order for a brake issue on a dry van, run diagnostics, pull wheels, inspect linings and hardware, and button it back up to spec. Next, you’re laying clean welds on a cracked crossmember, fabricating a small patch panel, and verifying electrical continuity on marker lights—then taking a quick quality check to ensure everything meets safety standards. That’s the rhythm here: hands-on problem solving, quality craftsmanship, and pride in keeping trailers road-ready.
Schedule & Hours
- Full-time; approximately 40 hours per week
- 8-hour shifts offered: 07:00am–03:30pm or 2:30pm–11:00pm
What You’ll Do
- Inspect, diagnose, and repair trailers and related equipment and systems.
- Service and repair brake, suspension, electrical, and structural components.
- Conduct brake repairs and safety inspections to company and regulatory standards.
- Use diagnostic tools to pinpoint mechanical issues and verify corrective actions.
- Perform body and structural repairs on trailer frames and panels.
- Weld and solder for repair and fabrication needs; perform metal fabrication as required.
- Confirm completed work meets safety and quality benchmarks before release.
- Operate forklifts safely and efficiently to move equipment and materials.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area; follow all safety procedures.
Physical Demands
- Perform physically intensive mechanical and repair tasks throughout the shift.
- Stand, bend, reach, lift, and move continuously during an 8-hour shift.
- Work safely around heavy equipment and trailers; safely operate a forklift.
- Safely perform all essential functions of the position.
Qualifications
- Background in automotive, trailer, or general mechanical repair.
- Hands-on experience with trailer brake repair and inspections.
- Experience with trailer body repair and structural work.
- Familiarity with tractor–trailers and their major components.
- Mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Experience with welding and soldering techniques.
- Knowledge of mechanical systems and common repair procedures.
- Detail orientation and a commitment to quality workmanship.
- Trailer mechanic experience: 1 year preferred.
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year preferred.
- English proficiency preferred.
Requirements
- Previous mechanic or automotive repair experience preferred.
- Knowledge of trailer components and mechanical systems.
- Ability to perform brake inspections and repairs.
- Welding and soldering experience preferred.
- Candidates must submit a current resume for customer review prior to interview scheduling.
- Must be able to safely perform all essential job functions.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
Experience
- Mechanical knowledge: 1 year (Required)
- Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
Skill Proficiency
- Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
- Diesel Engine Systems
- Light Vehicle Diesel Engines
Machines & Technologies