Tractor Mechanic / Welder at Quality Carriers

Quality Carriers, Inc. (QC), headquartered in Tampa, FL, is North America's largest bulk liquid chemical carrier. Through a network of more than 100 terminals and facilities, we transport a broad range of chemical products and provide our customers with value-added transportation services. 

 Why do you want to work at Quality Carriers? We offer the the following amazing benefits

• Competitive Pay - Pay is $35 - $40 / hour
• Tool/Boot Reimbursement Program
• Weekly Pay
• Referral Program 
• Sign on Bonuses 
• Employee benefits ( Generous Paid Time Off/Holiday Schedule, in addition to Medical, Dental and Vision plans). 
• Matching 401K

Tractor Mechanic Duties/Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair tractors and trailers. Perform annual/systematic 90 day and HM-183 inspections (trailers) on equipment as required. Ensure equipment meets Federal FHWA standards.
• Operate a yard hostler truck to move trailers within the facility yard and the shop as needed.
• Order and receive parts and supplies as needed.
• Adheres to all established safety (OSHA) and environmental policies and standards to include identification, use, and proper procedures for handling or disposal of hazardous waste.
• Clean, organize and maintain the work environment to ensure equipment longevity and workplace safety
• Using welding equipment
• Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned.
• Perform HM-183 DOT inspections (P,V,I,K,L,HS,UC,) (EPA-M27)

Tractor Mechanic Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Must possess at least 3 years of experience in repair and service of trailers and medium duty trucks.
• Required to have demonstrated knowledge of vehicle and equipment theory, principles and repair relating to diesel engines, air, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems. 
• Required to have demonstrated knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures.
• Ability to use vehicle diagnostic software.
• Up to 3 years as a fleet mechanic. DOT HM-183 certification, Training or experience. ASE Certification not required but recommended.

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma, completion of G.E.D Required.

We offer competitive wages and employee benefits (Flexible spending accounts, generous Paid Time Off/Holiday Schedule, in addition to Medical, Dental and Vision plans). 

Quality Carriers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Please note that per Quality policy, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless such recruiters were engaged to provide candidates for a specified opening. Any employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume does so with the understanding that Quality will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.  

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Experience

• 2 - 3 years: Fleet Mechanic
• 2 - 3 years: Experience welding and repairing pressure vessels and or R -stamp certification
• 3 - 4 years: DOT HM-183 certification, Training and or experience
• 3 - 4 years: Knowledge of tractor and trailer maintenance, DOT rules and regulations, company policies and procedures.
• 3 - 4 years: Experience in repair and service of trailers and medium duty trucks.

Education

• High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

• HM183 Certification

• ASE Diesel Certification