Trailer Mechanic

Location: 1201 Carrier Drive
Laredo, TX 78045

DRIVEN TO SUCCEED!

Werner Enterprises has over 8000 Tractors and 20,000 Trailers!
Werner's conventional tractors haul freight for the Company's five
general divisions. The largest is the Medium-to-Long-Haul Van
division, which transports a variety of consumer products and other
commodities for a diverse customer base.
The Regional Short-Haul division provides comparable van service within
five specific geographic regions.
The Temperature-Controlled and Flated divisions provide transportation
for customers with more specialized trailer needs.
Werner's Specialized Services Division provides all trucking services
required by a specific company, plant or distribution center, giving
customers the opportunity to outsource their private fleet operations.

This is more than "just a job". Werner Enterprises offers great
benefits and many advancement opportunities so you can build a
CAREER with a rock solid foundation!

THE POSITION:
As a Trailer Mechanic your main purpose is to diagnose and repair all
systems on a semi-trailer to meet minimum standards set forth by the
Department of Transportation. Must have advanced set of hand tools,
rollaway toolbox, ½ drive impact and sockets.

COME JOIN OUR TEAM OF PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIANS and you will
remove and replace brakes, brake drums, hubs, seals, bearings, races,
and associated parts.

As a Trailer Mechanic at Werner Enterprises you will;

*Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and lighting systems and
associated parts.

*Repair or replace chassis components such as, springs, spring hangers,
equalizers, complete slider assemblies, axles, sub frames and its
associated parts.

*Repair or replace ICC’s, ICC braces, mud flap brackets, dolly leg
assemblies, and any other associated part by means of welding or
cutting with oxy-acetylene torch.

*Repair or replace flooring, rub rails, doors and door trim, and minor
repairs to roofs, panels, nose panels, lower and upper rails, and all
associated parts.

*Service and maintain refrigerated units, such as, changing oil
filters, minor engine components, and any associated parts.
REQUIREMENTS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

*Comprehensive knowledge of all systems pertaining to tractor / trailer operations.

*Knowledge and use of hand tools from simple wrenches to pneumatic tools.

*Ability to diagnose, trouble shoot and repair any mechanical or electrical problems.

*Ability to use a MIG welder, Plasma cutter and oxy-acetylene torches.