About the Role
The Welder / Fabricator will be responsible for welding, fabrication, modification, and assembly of steel and aluminum components used in the manufacturing of SPOG trailers. This is a hands-on production position for someone who takes pride in clean, strong welds and quality workmanship. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-moving manufacturing environment and can take a project from raw material through fabrication, welding, finishing, and installation.
Responsibilities
- Perform MIG welding and general metal fabrication.
- Weld and fabricate steel and aluminum trailer components.
- Fabricate brackets, frames, supports, mounts, doors, equipment racks, and other custom components.
- Cut, grind, drill, fit, and prepare metal for welding and assembly.
- Measure and lay out materials accurately before fabrication.
- Modify trailer frames and structural components according to specifications.
- Install fabricated components onto trailers.
- Read and follow drawings, measurements, and fabrication instructions.
- Inspect welds and completed work for quality and accuracy.
- Use grinders, saws, drills, welding machines, and other fabrication equipment.
- Work with the manufacturing team to keep trailers moving through production.
- Maintain an organized and safe work area.
- Follow all company safety procedures and proper welding practices.
Requirements
- Minimum 2–3 years of welding and fabrication experience.
- Experience with MIG welding required.
- Steel fabrication experience required.
- Aluminum welding experience is a strong plus.
- Trailer, automotive, RV, truck body, or equipment fabrication experience is preferred.
- Ability to accurately use tape measures and basic fabrication tools.
- Ability to read basic fabrication drawings and measurements.
- Experience cutting, grinding, drilling, fitting, and assembling metal components.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
- Strong attention to detail and quality.
- Must be dependable and able to maintain a consistent production schedule.
- Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their welding and fabrication skills as part of the hiring process.
Skills
- MIG welding
- Metal fabrication
- Steel fabrication
- Aluminum welding
- Cutting
- Grinding
- Drilling
- Fitting
- Assembly
- Measuring
- Layout
- Reading fabrication drawings
Location
- Onsite
Work Type
- Full-Time
Experience Level
- 2-3 Years Minimum
Salary/Compensations
- $24.00–$30.00 per hour
About the Company
- SPOG Trailers designs and manufactures next-generation solar-powered cargo and workstation trailers. Our trailers combine commercial-grade trailer construction with solar power, battery storage, electrical systems, HVAC, and customized interior configurations.
