Trailer Mechanic
ABOUT UDA:
UDA is a local, family-owned, dairy cooperative committed to serve the needs of our members, community, and customers by providing high quality milk and dairy products. As the only milk marketing co-op in the state, UDA oversees the production, processing, and marketing of Arizona’s finest milk products from farm to Retail in 48 hours or less. From sweet cream and butter to non-fat dry milk, UDA provides milk products to manufactures and supermarket chains throughout the Grand Canyon State.
Our motto at UDA is “United in Excellence.” The dairy industry’s success isn’t built on one dairy or brand, it’s built on the community as a whole - this includes our amazing employees. When you join UDA, you’re not just joining a business, you’re joining a family. Since 1960 UDA has been headquartered, operated, and managed in Arizona. We strive to provide our employees with rewarding career opportunities aimed at long-term stability, growth, and advancement. We put our heart and soul into our products and value our team who show up, every day and do the work.
Job Summary/Objective
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Trailer Mechanic to join our team. As a Trailer Mechanic, you will be responsible for brake systems, suspensions, tires, tank fabrication, and completing all preventative maintenance on trailers to ensure they are safe and operational for use. To be successful in this role, this individual will need intermediate experience with attention to detail, problem-solving, and leveraging a deep understanding of trailer components.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Inspecting Trailers: Conduct 50-point inspections on trailers to identify any visual, mechanical, electrical, or structural issues and record any and all damage on PM sheets.
- Diagnosing Problems: Use diagnostic shop tools and industry techniques to identify the root cause of trailer malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Repairing Trailers: Perform a wide range of repairs on trailers, including, but not limited to, brake systems, suspension, electrical, and structural components.
- Replacing Parts: Remove and replace worn or damaged parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, axles, lights, and wiring harnesses.
- Welding and Fabrication: Utilize welding and fabrication skills to repair or modify trailer components as needed.
- Performing Preventive Maintenance: Conduct routine maintenance tasks such as lubricating moving parts, checking fluid levels, and inspecting tire condition to prevent future breakdowns.
- Documenting Work: Maintain accurate records of all maintenance and repair work performed on trailers, including parts used, labor hours, and diagnostic findings by utilizing Samsara fleet management software.
- Ensuring Safety Compliance: Ensure that all repaired and inspected trailers meet federal safety standards.
- Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues to find effective and safe solutions in a timely manner.
Qualifications:
General Skills & Abilities needed to complete job successfully:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- ASE certifications, or formal mechanic schooling, or 2-5 years in diesel mechanics, automotive technology, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of trailer preventative maintenance inspections.
- Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Welding and fabrication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
- Stocking and cycle counting of inventory
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
- Physical stamina and dexterity to perform manual tasks and lift heavy objects.
Education/Certifications: (if n/a is applicable please note “N/A)
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Work Environment & Demands
Physical and environmental demands for this position are indicated below: (check all that are applicable)
Physical Demands:
☐Sitting for limited periods of time
☒Standing and walking for extended periods of time
☒Occasional bending, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching and grasping
☒Manual dexterity and repetitive movement of fingers and hands for keyboarding
☒Ability to climb stairs
☒Lifting up to 50 pounds
Environment:
☐Office environment
☐Production floor
☒Outdoor working conditions involved
☒Able to work 12-hour shifts
☐Other (please specify)
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental & Vision plans
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Paid Time Off
- Shift Pay Differential
- Education Assistance
- On-site Fitness Center
- On-Site Health Clinic
The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list; employees may be subject to additional, or altered, tasks and the scope of the role may change as necessitated by business demands. UDA will not consider any application submissions from unauthorized third-parties, consulting, or external staffing firms and will not be held subject, or liable, to any terms, fees, or penalties associated with a submission.
UDA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.