What are the responsibilities and job description for the Semi-Trailer Fabricator / Repair Technician position at Continental Express, Inc.?
Continental Express Inc., is a full service transportation company that specializes in hauling refrigerated food products with a fleet of 550 tractors and 1300 trailers. We are seeking a skilled and dependable Semi-Trailer Fabricator / Repair Technician to join our team. This role involves fabricating, repairing, and maintaining refrigerated semi-trailers to ensure they meet safety, quality, and performance standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with welding, metal fabrication, and trailer repair, including insulated and foam-core wall systems. This is a Day shift opportunity working Tuesday to Saturday schedule.
Responsibilities
- Fabricate and assemble semi-trailer components and structures
- Diagnose and repair structural, mechanical, and cosmetic trailer damage
- Perform repairs on refrigerated (reefer) trailers, including insulated wall and floor systems
- Repair and replace foam-core walls, panels, and insulation to restore structural integrity and thermal performance
- Perform welding (MIG, stick; aluminum welding a plus)
- Repair or replace floors, frames, crossmembers, doors, roofs, and side panels
- Perform suspension, landing gear, brake, and axle repairs as needed
- Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and repair instructions
- Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Follow all safety policies and procedures
- Previous experience in semi-trailer fabrication or repair preferred
- Experience with refrigerated trailers and foam wall repair strongly preferred
- Welding experience required (certification a plus, but not required)
- Ability to work with steel and aluminum
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to lift heavy materials and perform physical work
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Valid driver’s license required (CDL a plus, not required)
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Quarterly wage increases the first year
- Overtime opportunities
- Health, dental, vision, life and short term disability insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement plan options with company match
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Salary : $30 - $40