Mechanic 3 (Trailer) $5000 Sign on Bonus!

Quality Carriers, Inc. (QC), headquartered in Tampa, FL, is North America's largest bulk liquid chemical carrier. Through a network of more than 100 terminals and facilities, we transport a broad range of chemical products and provide our customers with value-added transportation services.

Quality Repair Solutions (QRS Shops), a fully-owned division of Quality Carriers, Inc., specializes in comprehensive tractor and trailer maintenance.

Most of our 60+ Repair and Maintenance shops are R Stamp Certified and we provide many opportunities for growth across locations and within our shops. We look forward to knowledgeable and ambitious people to join our team!

Why do you want to work at Quality Carriers Inc., QRS Shops?

We offer competitive wages and employee benefits including the following amazing benefits to our employees :

Weekly Competitive Pay - Pay is $30 - $35 / hour depending on experience and location.

Tool / Boot Reimbursement Program

Offering a shift differential

Referral Program

Sign on Bonuses

Employee benefits : Discounted premiums for Medical, Dental and Vision plans, Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous Paid Time Off / Holiday Schedule

Matching 401K

Duties / Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair tractors and trailers.

Perform annual / systematic 90 day and HM-183 inspections (trailers) on equipment as required.

Ensure equipment meets Federal FHWA standards.

Operate a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed.

Order and receive parts and supplies as needed.

Adheres to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous waste.

Clean, organize and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety.

Using welding equipment.

Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Perform HM-183 DOT inspections (P,V,I,K,L,HS,UC,) (EPA-M27)

Required Skills / Abilities

Must possess at least 3 years of experience in repair and service of trailers and medium duty trucks.

Required to have demonstrated knowledge of vehicle and equipment theory, principles and repair relating to diesel engines, air, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

Minimum of 3 years experience of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations.

Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software.

Minimum of 2 years as a fleet mechanic.

Minimum of 3 years of DOT HM-183 certification, Training or experience. ASE Certification not required but recommended.

High school diploma, completion of G.E.D. required.

Preferred Qualifications

Dynamic, ambitious and engaged team player.

Quality Carriers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, military / veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Please note that per Quality Carriers, Inc. policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Quality will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.

Experience Required 2 year(s) : Fleet mechanic experience

3 year(s) : DOT HM-183 certification, Training or experience.

3 year(s) : Knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures.

3 year(s) : Experience in repair and service of trailers and medium duty trucks.

Education Required High School or better

Equal Opportunity Employer

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