Trailer Technician Lead
Transport Refrigeration, Inc.About the role
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Job Location DE PERE OFFICE - DE PERE, WIJob Shift 2nd Shift, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PMTrailer Technician Needed on 2nd Shift!
Trailer Technician Lead – 2nd Shift
📍 De Pere, WI | 🕒 Monday – Friday, 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Top Pay. Great Benefits. Career Growth.
🛠️ About the Role:
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is seeking a skilled and reliable Trailer Technician Lead to join our 2nd shift team. If you’re a seasoned trailer technician with leadership experience looking for a stable schedule and an employer that values your skills, we want to hear from you!
💰 Why Work With Us?
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Competitive pay + Extra pay for ASE certifications
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Quarterly Shop Incentive Bonus
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401(k) match after one year
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Medical, Dental, Vision – multiple plan options
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Company-paid Life and LTD insurance
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Health Savings Account (HSA) with bi-weekly employer contributions
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PTO starting on day one
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Annual boot & safety glasses allowance
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Tuition reimbursement for recent tech school grads
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Stable Monday–Friday, 2nd shift schedule
💼 What You’ll Do:
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Lead and guide the 2nd shift team; assign jobs and inspect work quality
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Communicate job priorities across shifts to ensure smooth operations
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Perform and oversee preventive maintenance and DOT inspections
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Conduct structural, electrical, and mechanical trailer repairs
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Weld steel and aluminum; handle trailer fabrication
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Assist with road service calls and maintain shop cleanliness
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Review and process work orders for COD customers
✅ What We’re Looking For:
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3+ years of trailer repair or heavy-duty maintenance experience
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Experience with DOT inspections, ABS systems, and welding/fabrication preferred
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Valid driver’s license & ability to pass drug screen and background check
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Strong communication and team leadership skills
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Air Brake and DOT inspector certifications or ability to obtain
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Must provide your own toolbox and tools
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High school diploma or equivalent; technical training a plus
💼 What You’ll Do:
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Lead and guide the 2nd shift team; assign jobs and inspect work quality
-
Communicate job priorities across shifts to ensure smooth operations
-
Perform and oversee preventive maintenance and DOT inspections
-
Conduct structural, electrical, and mechanical trailer repairs
-
Weld steel and aluminum; handle trailer fabrication
-
Assist with road service calls and maintain shop cleanliness
-
Review and process work orders for COD customers
📩 How to Apply:
Send your resume to rbohm@trcompanies.com
or apply online through our website: www.trcompanies.com/careers
🎥 Watch Our Team in Action: https://youtu.be/VYb6Xzu2dI0
Note: We hire directly. No recruiting agencies, please.
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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