Experienced Truck and Trailer Mechanic at Rosemary Industries Limited

Job Summary

• The responsibilities of the trailer mechanic include servicing and repairing trailer parts, compiling inspection reports, and ensuring that trailers are roadworthy.
• The best trailer mechanics possess expert knowledge of trailer vehicle parts and are able to easily apply this knowledge in their day-to-day tasks.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing semi-truck and trailer bodies, systems, and components.
• Performing preventative maintenance measures on semi-trucks and trailers.
• Assembling and dissembling vehicle engines and cleaning the fuel tanks.
• Maintaining hubs and axles and adjusting or replacing them when required.
• Inspecting, servicing, and replacing trailer parts, including tires.
• Checking and repairing the brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Testing all systems and equipment for performance issues.
• Ensuring that trailers meet Nigeria Transportation's road safety requirements.
• Compiling inspection reports, documenting repairs, and reporting all findings to management.
• Responding as soon as possible to drivers’ queries.

Key Result Areas

• Average response time
• Average/ mean repair time
• Average job completion time
• First-time fixed rate
• Repeat visits
• Average extra hours per job
• Total labour costs per job
• Labour invoiced per job
• Total jobs assigned per technician.

Job Requirements

• Candidates should possess an Associate's Degree in Heavy Truck Technology
• A minimum of 10 years of working experience as a trailer mechanic.
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle systems, such as hydraulics, air breaks, and electrical systems.
• Extensive experience with vehicle diagnostic equipment.
• Exceptional understanding of mechanical and technical information.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Manual dexterity, experience with hand tools, and physical strength.