Trailer Mechanic

See yourself at Odyssey. 
 
Join the team as our new Trailer Mechanic!

 
Who We Are & Why We’re Hiring 
 
Odyssey Alaska, a division of Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey), is your trusted and reliable transportation and logistics company, providing a wide range of ocean freight consolidating and freight forwarding, trucking, project logistics and warehousing-distribution services. Our diverse customer base ships a wide variety of products across a variety of modes. Odyssey Alaska operates food grade facilities (FSMA compliant and AIB approved) in dry, hazmat and 100% true temperature protected settings to fit your shipping requirements.

 
Based in Vibrant Anchorage, AK, Odyssey is on a journey to constantly innovate logistics. We’re actively recruiting for this key, high profile role in the company because we have experienced tremendous growth and would love for you to join us! 
 

Visit us at: www.OdysseyLogistics.com/careers 

About the Job: 

The position of Trailer Mechanic will have responsibility to observe and work alongside an assigned mechanic who will provide mentorship on the performance of regular inspections and routine maintenance, and repairs on 28-to-53-foot company freight trailer(s) in compliance with Federal and State regulations. 

In This Role, You Will: 

• Adhere to maintenance, shop rules and safety regulations including personal protective equipment.
• Establish and maintain relationships with co-workers(s), carrier(s), vendor(s), and driver(s).
• Review work orders and discuss work with mentor(s), supervisor(s) and assigned mechanic(s).
• Follow applicable checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings, and other potentially troublesome areas.
• Discuss and plan work procedures with mentor(s), supervisor(s) and other assigned mechanic(s) using charts, technical manuals, and personal experience.
• Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers’ performance specifications.
• Confer with drivers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be performed.
• Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear using micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Maintain and provide preventative maintenance inspections on 28–53-foot trailers.
• Perform routine maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups.
• Inspect, repair, reline, replace and adjust brakes.
• Inspect repair and replace tires.
• Make all other general repairs and/or adjustments on vehicles in accordance with company and manufacturer specifications.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment
• Participate in parts inventory when requested.
• Participate in company training programs, safety events, company functions and meetings when requested.
• All other duties and projects as assigned.

We recognize not all applicants have every skill or qualification to match a job description exactly. Odyssey values diverse experiences in other industries, and we encourage everyone who meets most required qualifications to apply. While having “desired” qualifications make for a strong candidate, we encourage applicants with alternative experiences to also apply. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table! 

 

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months of automotive or diesel mechanical experience is highly preferred.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• In lieu of experience, one-year certificate or A.S. degree from a community college or technical school is required.
• Must own and maintain basic hand tools and composite or steel toed work boots.
• Ability to read and comprehend manual, wiring diagrams, schematics, diagnostic tools, etc.
• Responsible for periodic driving duties of non-CDL commercial vehicles within the parameters of your job duties; which will further require you to maintain an active driver’s license at all times. Should your driver’s license status change, you are required to report the change to your supervisor immediately.
• Welding experience is a plus.

Schedule:

• Monday - Thursday flexible to work 5:00 am - 3:00 pm
• Sunday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm as needed

Location:  

This is an in-office role based in Anchorage, AK, USA