Tractor/Trailer Mechanic

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers – large and small – package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People * Customers * Trust

Key Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance on trailer equipment.
• Performs troubleshooting and root cause analysis of repair issues.
• Service and repair trailers.
• Utilizes manuals, work orders, hand and power tools, and measuring tools to complete tasks.
• Assembles, disassembles, repairs, replaces parts as needed.
• Electrical repairs and general maintenance.
• Welding and fabrication.
• Service and repair ABS systems.
• Ability to diagnose using computer diagnostic equipment.
• Notify management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs.
• Reports all maintenance issues and malfunctions.
• Follows safety regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

education and experience

• Typically possesses High School diploma (or equivalent) and minimum 2+ years of experience.
• Proven working experience as a mechanic working on semi-trucks and trailers.
• You will need to have a variety of hands on skills
• You will need to know how to safely operate and maintain your equipment
• Experience in repair and maintenance of semi-trailers
• Knowledge of air brakes and electrical systems on semi-trailers
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Own a basic tool set
• Able to work in a shop environment
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Reliable transportation
• Attention to detail in all aspects of the job

Knowledge and Skills

• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good customer service skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with customers and colleagues.
• Ability to remain focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Specialized driver’s license(s), such as commercial driver’s license preferred.
• Master Heavy Duty Mechanic certification for the state of Michigan- preferred or able to obtain within 1 year of hire date.
• Repair specialty required:

HDT Engine Repair- Gasoline

HDT Engine Repair- Diesel

HDT Drivetrain

HDT Brakes and Braking Systems

HDT Suspension and Steering Systems

HDT Electrical Systems

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Starting salary for position: $29.00 per hour.
• Bonus: Annual – Based upon achievement of plant performance metrics.
• Paid Vacation: 2 weeks per calendar year. Pro-rata Vacation during the initial year of hire based upon start date within the calendar year.

• Paid Holidays.
• Within the first 30 days of employment, an employee (and their dependents) is eligible to enroll in certain benefit coverages — medical, dental, and vision – and are automatically enrolled in life, AD&D, and disability coverages.
• Upon hire, an employee is automatically enrolled in the 401k plan. The plan offers both pre-tax and Roth contribution options along with employer provided matching contributions.
• Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.