SITE SERVICES TRAILER TECHNICIAN - AUSTIN at Texas Disposal Systems – Creedmoor, Texas

JOB SUMMARY

The Trailer Technician is responsible for the repairs and ongoing preventative maintenance of restroom, shower, Light Towers, generators, water totes, holding tanks and laundry trailers on the Site Services yard and at customer locations. This position also transports trailers to and from customer sites, including set up and tear down at Events & Emergency Response.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Inspect trailers per Trailer Condition Report (equipment checklists) to determine overall operating condition.
2. Inspect and repair electrical wiring using proper equipment such as ohmmeters, soldering irons, tape, or hand tools.
3. Inspect and repair all plumbing and propane gas lines using proper materials such as caulking compounds and plastic or copper pipe to ensure proper and safe operation.
4. Connect electrical systems to main power sources, outside power sources (generators), and activate switches to ensure proper and safe operation of appliances, light fixtures, A/C, and heaters.
5. Connect water hoses to supply lines of plumbing systems and test for correct operation of toilets, sinks, showers, hot water heaters, and pumps.
6. Diagnose and repair heater and air conditioning systems.
7. List parts needed, estimate costs, and plan work procedures, using manufacturer parts list.
8. Make minor and major repairs to interior and exterior to floors, wall panels, lights fixtures, skylights, etc.
9. Inspect exterior and interior of trailers for water leakage or moisture and make necessary repairs.
10. Examine or test operation of parts or systems to ensure completeness of repairs.
11. Inspect contents of each trailer for overall readiness per the Trailer Condition Report. (Equipment checklist)

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• At least three years of experience working in the electrical, plumbing, construction or maintenance field
• Ability to work independently with minimal or no supervision
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Proof of up-to-date Hepatitis B vaccination or willingness to get one
• Must be able to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records
• Must be able to work flexible hours based on route and event schedules

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid class C driver’s license
• Safe driving record for the past three years