Trailer Mechanic Intern

Overview

Atlas Terminal Team | Atlas Van Lines

At Atlas Van Lines, we’re more than a moving company. We’re a family of companies delivering transportation and logistics solutions across the globe. Through a trusted network of quality agents and service partners, we help people and businesses go new places® - more easily, more securely, and with confidence.

What sets Atlas apart is our agent-owned model and shared commitment to service excellence. That focus has fueled extraordinary growth and we’re just getting started.

About the Role

The Trailer Service Technician Intern is a hands-on learning opportunity for students interested in automotive, diesel, welding, fabrication, or skilled trades careers. Working alongside experienced technicians, this role assists with repairing, maintaining, and improving trailers, box trucks, and other fleet equipment. The intern will gain exposure to welding, vehicle maintenance, painting, inspections, and equipment installations while developing valuable technical and workplace skills in a safe, team-oriented environment.

What You’ll Do

• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist technicians with inspections, maintenance, and repairs on trailers, box trucks, and fleet equipment.
• Help prepare vehicles and trailers for painting and vinyl installation through cleaning, sanding, masking, and finishing activities.
• Assist with trailer and truck equipment installations, such as liftgates, storage systems, and other accessories.
• Learn basic welding, fabrication, body repair, and mechanical repair techniques under the supervision of experienced team members.
• Perform routine shop tasks, including organizing tools, maintaining equipment, and keeping work areas clean.
• Support parts inventory activities by helping locate, organize, and stage parts for repair projects.
• Participate in quality inspections to ensure completed work meets company standards.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding assigned projects.
• Complete additional shop and maintenance projects as assigned.

Qualifications

What You’ll Need

• Must be at least 18 years old and currently enrolled in a high school work-to-school, vocational, or technical education program.
• Interest in automotive repair, diesel technology, welding, manufacturing, transportation, or skilled trades careers.
• Previous shop, automotive, agricultural, welding, or technical coursework is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to learn new skills and take direction from experienced team members.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and equipment after appropriate training.
• Strong attendance, reliability, and work ethic.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Effective communication skills and a positive attitude.

Our Promise to You

At Atlas, we want you to grow your career - not just fill a role. We invest in our people through:

• Free online training via a modern learning and development platform
• A company-wide mentorship program
• Internal employee organizations
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities

Atlas Van Lines is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities. Benefits may vary by position and/or office location.*The salary range shown is a good‑faith estimate of what we expect to offer for this role, with actual compensation determined by skills, experience, and job‑related factors.