Cargo Tank Inspector/ Trailer Mechanic

Title:Cargo Tank Inspector/ Trailer Mechanic

Department: Operations

Location: CSC

Reports To: CSC Manager /Shop Supervisor

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Job Objectives:

Embrace, promote and achieve the Vision, Values and Mission of the company, and to assist in meeting the Owner's plan each year. UPT is committed to the Guiding Principles of the Responsible Care initiative and anticipates that all employees will share our commitment by conducting themselves consistent with those principles to make the industry even safer for our employees and communities.

Essential Job Functions:

• Promote safety in all actions.
• Prepare repair orders as per company policy
• Work effectively and safely within the shop area and when making a road call without supervision.
• Complete records in a timely manner in compliance with company rules and requirements.
• Comply with and continually update knowledge of all DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company standards and requirements regarding:
  • Personal safety when performing maintenance operations on tractor and/or trailers
  • Maintaining an environment of cleanliness and safety within the shop
  • Disposal of all waste products, both hazardous and non-hazardous.
• Communicate with Maintenance Supervisor as required.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Carries out duties assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or CSC Manager as required.

Minimum Qualifications for Consideration:

• High School Education or equivalent
• Cargo Tank Inspection Certification (or previously held Cargo Tank Certification), or at least 3 years verifiable Cargo Tank experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Should possess or be willing to obtain Cargo Tank Inspection Certification
• Should possess or be willing to obtain ASE Brake certification within the first 180 days of employment
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

• Self-starter with detail oriented work habits
• Meet qualification requirement as stipulated in Section 396.19 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform vehicle inspections
• Meet qualification requirements as stipulated in Section 396.25 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations as required to perform brake maintenance/repairs.
• Ability to safely operate tractor/trailer unit within terminal premises.
• Technical knowledge as required to:
  • Insure proper treatment of various required components that include, but are not limited to: air compressors, fuel pumps, hubs, wheel, and springs: any of which may exceed 100lbs in weight.
  • Perform inspections on specification Cargo Tanks if facility is a DOT Registered Inspector.
  • Inspect, repair, or replace domes, valves, vents, or other equipment as necessary within safety, regulatory and company standards.
• Display professional demeanor
• Good interpersonal skills; able to work well with wide range of individuals
• Demonstrate dependability through good attendance and adherence to timelines and schedules
• Basic mechanic's skills
• Through knowledge of DOT regulations, federal, state, local and company regulations and standards.
• Knowledge of basic company employment policies and procedures

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time on a concrete floor; repeatedly reach above shoulder level an unlimited numbers of times daily, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, stoop, kneel, squat, finger dexterity, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual activity
• Occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds)

Working Conditions:

• Normal Shop environment (concrete floors)
• Work on sometimes uneven and/or slippery surfaces