Position Title: Diesel & Trailer Mechanics
Wage: $27.00-$30.00/hour
Shift: Multiple
Hours: Flexible between 6:00am-12:00am Monday-Friday
QPS Employment Group is seeking an experienced Diesel & Trailer Mechanic to join a team in Bridgeton, MO. This position is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a variety of diesel trucks, trailers, chassis, and related equipment. This is a direct hire opportunity.
Diesel & Trailer Mechanics Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Inspect trucks and trailers to identify mechanical, electrical, structural, and safety-related issues
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on trailers, chassis, light trucks, and large trucks
- Repair and replace components, including brakes, air systems, lighting/electrical systems, axles, suspension components, landing gear, trailer doors
- Perform major trailer body repairs, including panel replacement and top/bottom rail repairs
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment
- Perform routine maintenance and safety inspections
- Safely operate forklifts and other heavy equipment when necessary
- Utilize shop tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs efficiently
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow all company safety procedures and protocols
- Work independently while also collaborating with the maintenance team
- Complete repairs accurately and efficiently to minimize equipment downtime
Diesel & Trailer Mechanics Requirements:
- Previous diesel and trailer repair experience required
- Strong hands-on experience repairing and maintaining trailers and vehicles
- Experience with brakes, air systems, lighting, landing gear, and trailer doors
- Experience performing trailer body repairs, including panel and rail replacement
- Diesel repair experience
- Welding/fabrication experience preferred
- Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic
- Ability to work safely around heavy equipment
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Valid driver's license
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Preferred additional experience in farm machinery, Caterpillar equipment, RV trailers, heavy equipment operation
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
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QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment. Hiring immediately!
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- Access to sought-after positions with leading employers
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