Road Trailer Technician

Road Trailer Technician POSITION PURPOSE The Road Trailer Technician is responsible for monitoring trailers used in the haul department, taking care of basic repairs, and assisting in keeping the yard free of objects that can damage truck and trailer tires.  RESPONSIBILITIES  Check and bring loaded trailer tires to appropriate air pressure before leaving yard.  Identify damaged trailer tires needing repair or replacement before leaving yard or being loaded.  Change lights and make small electrical repairs to lights on trailers as needed.  Repair small air leaks on trailers as needed.  Identify and tag trailers needing major maintenance/repairs requiring outside supplier.  Monitor and schedule trailer annual DOT inspections prior to expiration date to stay compliant.  Pull magnet through yard daily to pick up metal debris (rebar, mesh pieces, strand, bolts, etc.) to eliminate tire damage hazards.  Wash and clean Metromont trucks and trailers as time allows.  Adhere to environmental and stormwater pollution prevention policies.  Housekeeping as necessary to maintain work area, tools and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.  Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations.  SCOPE OF AUTHORITY  No supervisory responsibilities  Works independently with some direct supervision  Reports to Haul/Trucking Manager CHARACTERISTICS (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)  Good mechanical aptitude  Ability to trouble shoot basic trailer electrical and air systems  Must be safety-conscious  Able to work independently following a provided priority list  Ability to use hand tools for repairs/maintenance items  Ability to learn to drive tractors, buggies or other vehicles in the yard safely  Able to read tape measure to 1/16  Able to read wiring and pneumatic schematics  Ability to read work instructions and perform basic math to estimate materials  Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes  Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors EDUCATION AND TECHNOLOGY  High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred  1-2 years hands-on maintenance experience WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE  Primarily outdoor, non-sheltered work environment  Work area is not climate controlled and may be exposed to changing weather and temperature conditions  Will be required to work on top of or underneath trailers in a safe, secured manner  Typical schedule is Monday-Friday  Schedule varies with workload and location  Unscheduled overtime may be required depending on production needs  Noise level is moderate PERSONAL PROTECTION EQUIPMENT (PPE)