Truck Driver - Tractor Trailer jobs in Battle Creek, MI

Technical Truck & Trailer is seeking an Experienced Trailer Repair Technician. We are looking for a highly motivated, self-guided individual interested in joining a team that’s focused on aggressive growth and maintaining quality service with a customer-first approach. Candidates must possess the skills needed to maintain a fleet of vehicles as well as adapt to new situations as needed to keep the customer’s fleet moving.

Hourly Rate

$20 to $30 depending on experience

Benefits

Team Members and their families are a top priority. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• $1,000 sign-on bonus*
• PPO Medical Insurance**
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Simple IRA with 3% company match after 1 year
• Reimbursement for obtaining relevant certifications
• Training & Development opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Annual boot allowance
• Uniforms provided

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on a variety of trailers.
• Perform PM and D.O.T inspections.
• Van and reefer trailer body repair.
• Wheel end repairs.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures as well as legal regulations
• Prepare and maintain handwritten and computer-generated work records of garage activities

General Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Trailer Technician
• Ability to obtain state certifications.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Experience with oxygen/acetylene torches
• Experience with MIG welding
• Provide your own tools
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a pre employment physical, drug screen, and background check

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach, push/pull, grasp tools, lift/carry 50lbs
• Ability to work in outdoor and noisy environments

Base Location

• 392 Watkins Rd Battle Creek MI 49015

*$1,000 sign-on bonus

• Paid after successful completion of 90-day probationary period

**PPO Medical Insurance - Employee Weekly Cost:

• Employee Only: $36.94
• Employee and Child: $84.23
• Employee and Spouse: $93.10
• Family: $137.78

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• Day shift

License/Certification:

• State of Michigan Mechanics Certifications (Required)

Work Location: In person