Trailer Mechanic / Technician************$5,000 HIRING BONUS***********If you are looking for a great place to have a career, let's talk!! We are a Minnesota based family-owned business with our main location in Blaine and have an opening for a 1st shift Trailer Mechanic / Technician for our Service Trucks in our Trailer Shop. We are looking for someone with mechanical aptitude; detail oriented; willing to jump in and help out where needed; clean driving record (CDL license preferred); and has a strong work ethic. This position handles the complete repair and general maintenance of semi-trailers, as well as, all other styles and sizes of trailers. Awarded Star Tribune's Top Workplaces 7 years in a row. We like to work hard, play hard, and take pride in everything we do!
BENEFITS:
Industry leading pay and benefits, paid weekly, overtime opportunities, vacation rollover, $50,000 life insurance policy gifted to all FT employees, 401k with a company match, career advancement programs, awesome company events, HUGE tech referral bonuses, monthly tech incentive bonus, plus a $5,000 sign on bonus!
Position Summary:
Responsible for repairing and restoring damaged semi-trailers to safe operating conditions. This role focuses primarily on structural and body repairs resulting from wear, accidents, and operational damage. The technician will perform repairs such as side panel replacement, base rail and top rail repair, roof repairs, and other structural trailer body work while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Essential Job Functions:
Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
Diagnose/ assess damage to semi-trailer bodies and structures.
Perform side panel repairs and replacements on dry vans and other trailer types.
Repair or replace base rails, top rails, and structural components.
Perform roof repairs and roof skin replacements.
Straighten and repair trailer body damage caused by accidents or heavy use.
Remove and reinstall trailer components such as doors, panels, and interior structures as required for repairs.
Perform aluminum and steel fabrication as needed for structural repairs.
Use cutting, grinding, drilling, and fastening tools to complete repairs.
Work with rivets, adhesives, sealants, and fastening systems common in trailer construction.
Ensure all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and safety standards.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Document repairs and communicate findings with service advisors and management.
Requirements:
We'd love to have you as part of our team. The ideal candidate would have the following skills:
- Great work ethic
- Willingness to jump in and help out where needed
- Technical aptitude with basic electric diagnostic / troubleshooting experience a plus
- Welding experience a plus
- Basic tool set and tool box to start (assistance programs available)
- Ability to lift 50-100 lbs. occasionally and 10-50 lbs. frequently
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Reliability and a dedication to be a hard worker
- Ability to work independently maintaining a safe, efficient and friendly work environment
- Honesty and respect
- Most importantly, we are looking for someone who fits with our company values:
- Values people
- Gives people with strengths the opportunity to exercise them
- Doesn't treat lack of success as failure
- Is very affirming and brings out the best in others
- Values and gives high quality
- Works hard
- Sees opportunities and integrates with existing business
- Is a good communicator
- Is humble
- Assumes responsibility for actions and commitments
- Attends to details
- Attends to operations
- Is competitive
- About Blaine Brothers
Blaine Brothers is a third-generation family-owned business established in 1979. The company includes four separate business entities, Blaine Brothers, North American Trailer, TruckAline, and Hydraulic Specialty that together offer nearly every product and service requested in the commercial transportation industry. The family of companies employs more than 400 people in 10 locations across the Midwest.
Our team of professionals offer our clients solutions to the variety of challenges they face. With services offered 24/7 and the facility being open 24/5, superior customer service is provided around the clock. We have multiple bays for truck and trailer service along with a complete offering of parts. Our Service Technicians have an extensive amount of experience. At Blaine Brothers our clients are treated with honesty and respect.
Our Vision:
To be respected because of our strong family values that we put into every job we do.
Our Mission:
Through our values we will strive to offer every one of our partners a helping hand in realizing their full potential by delivering value in parts, service, and sales in the industries we serve.
