What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trailer Mechanic / Welder Fabricator position at Premier 94 Truck Services?
Premier 94 Truck Service is immediately seeking skilled Trailer Mechanics with experience in welding, fabrication, trailer repair, and tarp system installation. If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy solving problems, and want to be part of an employee-owned company, we'd like to hear from you.
Job Duties
- Fabricate, modify, and repair commercial semi-trailers, flatbeds, and truck bodies.
- Cut, fit, weld, and assemble structural steel and aluminum components.
- Install and repair manual and electric tarp systems.
- Perform high-quality MIG welding and TIG welding on steel and aluminum.
- Diagnose and complete structural trailer repairs while maintaining factory-quality workmanship.
- Inspect completed repairs and fabricated components to ensure structural integrity and compliance with DOT safety standards.
- Operate fabrication equipment including saws, grinders, brakes, shears, plasma cutters, and other shop machinery.
- Safely operate forklifts, lifts, and other shop equipment.
- Read tape measures
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Work collaboratively with other technicians to complete repairs efficiently while meeting Premier 94's high standards of quality.
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in trailer repair, welding, fabrication, or a related manufacturing environment.
- Strong MIG welding skills required; TIG welding and heavy-duty fabrication experience preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints, measurements, and fabrication drawings is a plus.
- Must be mechanically inclined with strong troubleshooting abilities.
- Ability to lift 50–60 pounds, stand for extended periods, work from ladders or scissor lifts, and kneel as needed.
- Must provide and maintain a standard set of hand and power tools.
Schedule
- Monday–Friday
- Occasional Saturdays
- Day and Evening Shifts Available
What We Offer
- Highly Competitive Pay
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Full Benefits Package
- Generous Overtime Opportunities
- Employee Ownership (ESOP)
- Stable, year-round work
- Modern, clean, well-equipped shop
- Opportunities for continued growth and advancement
Pay: $25.00 - $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Welding: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $36