TRACTOR TRAILER TECHNICIAN St Louis Composting, producer of STA-Certified Compost, Mulch Products and Soil Blends, is seeking a safety conscious Tractor Trailer Technician to join our growing team at our site in Belleville, IL. The Tractor Trailer Technician will collaborate with other repair team members to ensure a vehicle is safely and efficiently operating to the driver's needs.
BENEFITS Competitive pay with performance based annual reviews. Opportunities for overtime - 10 or more hours a week during busy season. 6 Paid Holidays available upon hire. Weekly Paydays. Paid Time Off available - 1 prorated week available upon hire + 40 hours of sick time. $10k in Company Paid Life Insurance. 401(k) Retirement Plan with STRONG match with immediate vesting. Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, and Accident offered. Family-oriented positive culture, ideal for those looking for a long-term career. Opportunity for growth. RESPONSIBILITIES : Performs maintenance on tractor trailers and completes DOT inspections. Follows preventative maintenance procedures as established by company standards. Orders parts, communicates status and annotates corrective actions. Inspect, repair and replace worn or defective air brake, suspension and lighting systems. Replace, repair or fabricate hydraulic lines and fittings for live floor trailers. Comfortable working in a sometimes fast paced environment while maintaining flexibility. Ensures a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures. using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Must present a neat and professional appearance. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Possesses a valid US driver's license and has their own tools (Specialty tools provided). Perform DOT inspections and have at least 1 years of hands-on experience with tractor trailers. 2 years of experience with stick welding, wire welding and fabrication. Air brakes and suspension experience. Able to lift 50lbs and stand for long periods of time. Experience with live floor trailers and hydraulics is a plus.