Title of Position: Trailer Mechanic
Shifts available: 1st Shift (8am Start)
Location: Morrisville, PA
Signing Bonus:
A Mechanic Ranking: $15,000 (Paid in $3,000 installments at 30 Days, 90 days, 180 days, 270 days and 365 days)
B Mechanic Ranking: $10,000 (Paid in $2,000 installments at 30 Days, 90 days, 180 days, 270 days and 365 days)
C Mechanic Ranking: $4,000 (Paid in two $2,000 installments at 90 days, and 180 days)
Industry Leading Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, Overtime as needed.
By joining Silvi Materials as Trailer Mechanic you will take pride on working on our fleet of trailers and equipment. Primary focus on Silvi Trailers, but not limited to working on other projects when needed.
Silvi Materials have been working on expanding our “A” Team of employees since 1947! Our team has grown to 13 companies employing over 700 employees at 24 locations across New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania Silvi is large enough to provide the stability you need, but small enough that you can feel your individual contribution to our success. We value the fresh ideas and perspective of each new member of our team.
What does Silvi Materials offer you, you may ask?
- Phenomenal Benefits: Medical, Vison, Dental, Prescription, Vacation, Paid Holidays and so much more!
- Your future in mind: With 401(k) (at select locations) and/or pension options. We want all employees to build for a great retirement!
- Growth at Silvi Materials: We offer each employee the opportunity to move into any facet of our complex business. And our tuition reimbursement program is the perfect springboard to help you get there!
So what does a Silvi Materials Trailer Mechanic do?
- Maintain a safe and professional working environment
- Diagnose and perform preventative maintenance for a variety of trailers including but not limited to: bulk cement, lowboys, flatbeds, reefers, landscape, equipment trailers, etc
- Inspect trailers for defects and potential safety hazards.
- Perform routine maintenance, including brake adjustments, tire replacement, and electrical system repairs.
- Replace and repair trailer components such as axles, suspension systems, and lighting.
- Communicate effectively with team members and management regarding repair needs and timelines.
- Weld broken assemblies, subassemblies and/or other parts, as required.
- Uses, stores, records, safeguards and properly uses equipment, materials, parts and other supplies.
- Maintain shop and work area in a clean and organized manner.
- Prepare reports and records of time spent, materials, parts used and work completed.
- Respond and handle road service calls as needed with the use of a company service vehicle.
Qualifications Required as a Silvi Materials Trailer Mechanic:
- Trailer repair and maintenance experience of preferably at least 3 years for a medium to large size company.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to read and understand maintenance and parts manuals, maintenance and wiring diagrams, schematics and other written instructions related to the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles and equipment.
- Strong knowledge of trailer components and systems.
- Knowledge and experience with safety regulations, i.e. OSHA, DOT as they apply to the operation
- Ability to perform maintenance and repairs in a garage and/or the field, in conformance with the specifications contained in the applicable maintenance manuals, diagrams and/or instructions.
- Possesses a sense of urgency and ownership
- Excellent follow-up skills with the ability to complete assignments/projects through to completion.
- Possesses analytical, problem solving and customer service sills.
- Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
Physical Demands
In a typical work setting, people in this job:
- Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Stand for long periods of time.
- Kneel, stoop, crouch, bend, stretch, twist or crawl.
- Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
- Use fingers to grasp, move, and quickly assemble very small objects.
- Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
- See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
- Determine from which direction a sound came.
- See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
- Lift 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds on occasion.
- Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objectsUse muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
- Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
- Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
Silvi Materials does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information.
