Hirschbach Motor Lines
Trailer Rebuild Technician - Monmouth, IL
Shop - Monmouth, IL - Full Time
For 80+ years, Hirschbach Motor Lines has built a sterling reputation for delivering time and temperature sensitive freight. Today, the organization generates $1+ billion in revenue and has become the 2nd largest refrigerated carrier in North America, with company headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa. Hirschbach provides a breadth of services to our customers, and has a tenured history paired with a future of growth and opportunity.
In April of 2023 Hirschbach became a Certified Veteran's Business Enterprise (VBE) from the National Veteran-Owned Business Association (NaVOBA) as we are 51% owned, operated, and controlled by one or more U.S. military veterans.
Hirschbach is seeking Trailer Rebuild Technicians at our Monmouth, IL Trailer shop! At Hirschbach you will complete preventative maintenance and minor repairs on one of the newest and fully featured fleets. Come join our talented team, of Technicians!
Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform standard inspections of trailer components to identify defects, wear, and potential issues
- Diagnose standard mechanical and electrical problems in trailers and implement effective solutions
- Diagnose, repair, or replace standard suspension components for optimal performance and safety
- Diagnose, repair, or replace standard air brake system components to ensure proper functionality and compliance
- Identify the root cause of basic failures and conditions in trailer components and systems and perform necessary repairs
- Diagnose, repair, or install telematics systems to enhance trailer tracking and monitoring capabilities
- Repair and replace slider box components to ensure proper operation
- Conduct repairs on trailer roofs and floors to maintain structural integrity
- Patch and repair side rail and backer components to prevent further damage
- Replace bottom rail sections as required for trailer safety and integrity
- Proficiently perform welding tasks as required for trailer repairs and modifications
- Understand and adhere to warranty requirements for trailer repairs, ensuring all work is completed to manufacturer specifications and guidelines
- Work in strict accordance with all federal and company compliance guidelines, including safety regulations and DOT requirements
- Other duties as assigned
The duties required of a Hirschbach Trailer Rebuild Technician typically takes place in a variety of locations from the repair shop to outdoor environments, and potentially in inclement weather conditions. Noise and temperature extremes may be encountered.
Schedule
- Monday - Friday, 6:00pm-2:30am
- Sunday - Wednesday, 8:00pm-6:30am
Pay & Benefits
- $20/hr - $36/hr based on experience
- $2/hr shift premium for 2nd shift positions
- $1,200/annual tool allowance
- $1,200/annual CDL A stipend
- Boot allowance
- Paid OEM training
- Full comprehensive benefit plan, includes medical, dental, vision, company paid disability and life insurance, and more voluntary elections!
- 120 hours of Paid Time Off earned on your first day!
- 401(k)
Talent Requirements & Skills
- High School Diploma or equivalent in education
- Previous experience as a Trailer Repair Technician or similar role preferred
- Previous experience with DOT regulations is preferred
- Welding skills preferred
- Valid Driver’s Lincense
- Basic computer skills as it applies to diagnostic tooling
EOE. Offer of employment in contingent upon successful completion or pre-employment drug screen and background check.
