Rail Terminal Trailer/Chassis Mechanic

Pacific Trailer Repair Services is looking for a Container, Chassis and Trailer Mechanic to join our team in a recession proof industry working at the CSX Philadelphia, PA Railroad Terminal! This is a full-time permanent position.

No prior experience in this field is required however it is expected applicants have prior mechanical knowledge and experience.

We'll teach you everything you need to know in order to be successful on the job.

Starting Pay :

$16 - $20 per hour based upon your prior experience.

Shift :

• 8 / hr Shift Monday through Friday
• Day Shift
• NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS
• Overtime may be available

Job Summary

The successful candidate for this position will be responsible for inspecting and analyzing malfunctions, completing repairs and efficiently rebuilding chassis & trailers.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily inspection of all trailers and chassis to ensure equipment is meeting safety standards under Federal Highway Administration standards.
• Able to dismantle, repair and reassemble landing gears, wheel axles, and brakes, this may include welding of broken parts.
• Ensures the electrical system is running efficiently.
• Accurately and legibly complete work orders.
• Completes all work orders in a timely and consistent manner.
• Technicians are required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), such as hearing protection, safety toe boots, safety glasses, protective hard hat, and welding leathers & goggles, when applicable.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Drivers License, and dependable transportation
• Ability to pass all pre-employment screening requirements (background, drug test, and Physical Strength test)
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Welding experience is a plus

Additional Physical Requirements

• Required job duties are performed in an ambient outdoor environment, which would include varying conditions (rain, snow, ice, heat, wind, cold, etc).
• The position may also be required to travel throughout the yard and the transfer station either by walking or driving.
• Physically active.
• The noise level in the work environment is frequent.
• The ability to work in an environment that may be hazardous to persons unable to see and hear fast-moving equipment.

Join Our Team

We are looking for ambitious, capable, and skilled team members to join our nationwide crew. We offer a team-oriented atmosphere with quality employee benefits, and room to grow your career! Specific benefits vary by workgroup, location, and position;

however, we generally offer the following employee benefits :

Benefits : ( Medical benefits start after 60 days and the first of the month after that. Other benefits start after your 90-day probationary period )

• Affordable Healthcare, Free Dental, cheap Vision Benefits
• Free Life Insurance
• Paid holidays, paid personal days
• Boot reimbursement
• 401K
• Yearly Raises
• Vacation Pay (eligible after your 1st yearly anniversary)
• Weekly Pay

Please respond to this advertisement with your resume, or apply in person at :

CSX Philadelphia Railroad

Pacific Trailer Repair Services

3400 S Columbus Blvd.

Philadelphia, PA 19148

You will be employed by Pacific Trailer Repair Services and will not be an employee of the Railroad.

About Pacific Rail Services :

Pacific Rail Services was founded in 1985. Over the past 37 years, Rail Management Services has grown into one of the largest suppliers of intermodal ramp services in the United States handling over 8 million lifts per year.

Today Pacific Rail Services, Pacific Trailer Repair Services, Rail Terminal Services, Terminal Switching Services and PRS Auto employ over 2,000 people devoted exclusively to this business.

We provide trailer / container / chassis repairs and all intermodal administrative services including gate inspections, container yard management and switching services.