Trailer Mechanic – Full-Time (Oakland, CA)

About the role

R+L Carriers is seeking a Trailer Mechanic to join its Oakland, CA Service Center. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining trailers to ensure compliance with FMCSA and other regulations.

Key responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic procedures and repair work on trailers.
• Conduct routine maintenance and preventive maintenance (PM) on trailers.
• Carry out safety inspections and prepare required safety documentation.
• Test equipment for proper performance and verify compliance with manufacturer specifications and regulations.
• Lift and move components up to 50 lbs and work in varying climate conditions as needed.

Required profile

• Experience performing safety inspections and preparing FMCSA‑required documentation.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and repair or replace defective parts.
• Proven experience with trailer preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Own personal tools and demonstrate dependability.
• Willingness to work in diverse climate situations.

Required skills

• Proficiency with the Cetaris Maintenance Work Order System.
• Welding skills.
• Operation of yard tractors and trailers.
• Maintenance of Class 8 commercial vehicles.
• Sheet metal and composite panel repair.

What we offer

• PTO after 90 days of employment.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and access to employee resorts in Daytona Beach (FL), Big Bear Lake (CA), Pigeon Forge (TN), and Ocean Isle Beach (NC).