Trailer Mechanic

About Craftsmen Industries

Craftsmen Industries custom manufactures unique specialty trailers and vehicles and large format printed elements for experiential marketing and industrial solutions for brands across the industry spectrum including Boeing, PepsiCo, and Anheuser-Busch. We pride ourselves on creating our products fully in-house from initial design and engineering to fabrication and the finishing touches of graphics and paint.

Our Craftsmen team includes one subsidiary, Schantz Manufacturing. Schantz focuses on custom manufacturing of concession trailers for the fair and festival industry.

Guided by our values, we BUILD by helping bring ideas to life in a dynamic and collaborative environment and we're looking for talented individuals to grow with us!

What Do We Offer?

• Competitive compensation.
• Career development opportunities.
• Benefits including but not limited to Medical, Dental and Vision.
• 401(k) Match and Much More!

Position Title: Trailer Mechanic

Location: St. Charles, MO

Position Summary: We are looking to for an experienced Trailer Mechanic to perform trailer repairs and build custom trailer frames and suspensions. Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of experience in the trailer repair industry, with experience in complete trailer repair and rebuilding of suspension and axle assemblies.

Job Responsibilities:

• Repair/replace damaged trailer posts/panels, doors, floors, top/bottom rails, and roofs
• Repair/replace lights, wiring, airlines, wheel seals, air bags, axles, and all suspension components
• Welding
• Performing PM's and FHWA inspections

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a trailer repair/manufacturing field
• Extensive knowledge in trailer suspensions and trailer repair structural and non-structural
• Knowledge of all Federal Highway rules and guidelines
• Mechanical aptitude
• Use of air and electric hand tools
• Experience in a manufacturing setting and commercial environment
• Must be a problem solver

Physical Requirements:

• Physical ability to stand up to 8+ hours per day
• Physically able to climb in and out of trailers, scaffolding and ladders
• Ability to lift & carry up to 75 lbs
• Some travel may be required for on-site assistance/repair

Preferred Skills:

• Class A CDL License
• Able to drive and spot trailers on parking lot and in building
• Welding Mig/Tig

Craftsmen Industries (and its subsidiaries) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we consider all applicants for employment and employees eligible for employment without regard to race, marital status or civil union status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or any other characteristic protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to our applicants and employees with disabilities in order to assist them in the performance of their essential job functions.

To learn more visit www.craftsmenind.com or www.schantzmfg.com.

Current Openings for Trailer Mechanic Jobs at Craftsmen Industries