Trailer Technician - Rockford, IL

Job Details: Job Location: ROCKFORD OFFICE - ROCKFORD, IL, Salary Range: $24.50 - $35.00Hourly, Job Shift: 1st Shift, 🚛 Experienced Trailer Technician / Trailer Mechanic

🏢 Transport Refrigeration, Inc.
📍 Rockford, IL
🕒 Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM | No Weekends
💰 $24.50–$35.00/hour – Based on Experience

🔗 Apply Now: http://www.trcompanies.com/careers-rockfordil

🔧 Experienced Trailer Technicians – Join Our New Rockford Location!

Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is opening a new location in Rockford, IL and is looking for an experienced Trailer Technician / Trailer Mechanic to join our growing team.

If you have experience repairing semi-trailers, refrigerated trailers, commercial trailers, or heavy-duty equipment, this is an opportunity to put your skills to work in a hands-on service environment.

You'll perform trailer repair, preventative maintenance, DOT/FHWA inspections, brakes, ABS, electrical, welding, fabrication, body and structural repairs, and more.

💰 Pay & Benefits

$24.50–$35.00/hour, based on experience
Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
No weekends
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off + holidays
Boot & safety glasses allowance
Paid training and certification support
Career advancement opportunities

🛠️ What You'll Do

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on semi-trailers and refrigerated trailers
Perform DOT/FHWA inspections and related repairs
Diagnose and repair trailer brakes and ABS systems
Perform tire repairs and replacements
Repair trailer bodies, structures, floors, and rear doors
Perform steel and aluminum welding
Fabricate and modify trailers and customer vehicles
Perform trailer electrical repairs and troubleshooting
Perform insulation and foaming of refrigerated trailers and vans
Perform road service when needed
Service and repair company vehicles and equipment
Operate forklifts, hoists, and other shop equipment
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop

👀 What We're Looking For

Previous trailer repair experience required
Experience as a Trailer Technician, Trailer Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, or Heavy-Duty Technician
Experience repairing semi-trailers, refrigerated trailers, or commercial trailers
Strong welding and fabrication skills
Experience with trailer brakes, ABS, electrical systems, tires, and structural repairs
Ability to perform or learn DOT/FHWA inspections
High school diploma, technical school, or equivalent experience
Valid, unrestricted driver's license
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
ASE certification or willingness to obtain and maintain certifications
Ability to travel occasionally for training
Obtain required tools and toolbox
Strong safety awareness and attention to detail
Dependable, professional, and team-oriented

💪 Physical Requirements

This is a hands-on technician position. You must be able to:

Lift up to 50 lbs. several times per day and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
Frequently stand, walk, bend, twist, squat, climb, push, and pull
Work around and underneath trailers using ladders, scaffolding, and creepers
Operate company and customer vehicles, forklifts, hoists, and shop equipment
Perform repetitive hand movements and use hand tools throughout the workday

🚛 Why Join Transport Refrigeration?

You'll be joining a growing company and a brand-new Rockford location with the opportunity to help build a strong local service team.

We provide truck, trailer, and transport refrigeration service and repair for customers across multiple industries. Our technicians work on a wide variety of equipment, giving experienced technicians the opportunity to use and expand their skills.

Ready to put your trailer repair skills to work? Apply today!

Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Direct applicants only – no recruiting agencies.

 
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