Trailer Repair Technician (Welding and Mechanical Repair)

Job Description Job Description

Lakeshore Talent is currently hiring on behalf of Merritt Trailers for a skilled and dependable Service Technician to join their Parts & Service team in Fremont, Nebraska.

We are looking for people who take pride in producing high-quality work, enjoy troubleshooting mechanical issues, and thrive in a fast-paced shop environment. Qualified candidates would have relevant experience working and troubleshooting on tailers, diesel, automotive with experience as a service tech, repair tech with hands-on expeirence wedling MIG - Aluminimum and Steel. This opportunity offers long-term stability, skill development, and the potential for permanent employment with a respected trailer manufacturing organization in their trailer repair department.

Job Overview
This is a hands-on role focused on trailer repair, maintenance, and fabrication for livestock and commercial trailers. The Service Technician will play a key role in keeping equipment safe, reliable, and road-ready.

What You'll Do

• Inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain livestock and commercial trailers
• Perform air system, ABS, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and structural repairs
• Complete preventative maintenance, inspections, and DOT-related services
• Fabricate and repair components using steel and aluminum (cutting, grinding, welding)
• Read work orders, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Document completed work for billing and warranty purposes
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized shop
• Work closely with teammates to meet productivity and quality goals

What We're Looking For

• 3-5 years of experience in repair, maintenance, or technical service roles; ideally with trailers, but automotive or diesel repair can translate
• High school diploma or GED
• MIG welding experience (steel and aluminum)
• Ability to read blueprints and perform basic shop math
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment
• Reliable, safety-focused, and able to work independently as skills progress

Requirements

• Must provide personal tools (tool list available; assistance may be provided)
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug screenings
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physical tasks (standing, bending, kneeling, climbing)
• Willingness to work 40+ hours per week as needed

Why This Job

• Competitive hourly pay with skill-based review at 90 days
• Stable, long-term work in a well-established operation
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork
• Hands-on role with variety, no two days are the same!

Position Details
Location: Onsite - Fremont, NE
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Pay: Starting $25.36-$27.00/hour, depending on skills and experience; 90-day review with potential pay increase up to $32/hr after skills assessment!

Apply today if you're looking for a dependable role where your skills matter and your work makes an impact!

Company Description Since 1995, Lakeshore has provided Staffing, Recruiting and Payrolling services to employers in Denver and Chicago across multiple industries . We are committed to achieving success by matching top talent with the right opportunities. In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates. Company Description Since 1995, Lakeshore has provided Staffing, Recruiting and Payrolling services to employers in Denver and Chicago across multiple industries . We are committed to achieving success by matching top talent with the right opportunities. In 2017, Lakeshore re-branded as Lakeshore Talent after a management buyout, becoming a woman owned company. We have a dynamic team of Account Executives focused on sales and the client experience and a talented team of Recruiters focused on candidate recruitment and candidate experience. We are able to offer a higher level of service as a result, and take pride in building strong relationships worthy of loyalty with both clients and candidates.