Overview:
Position: Welding Helper/ Welding Apprentice
Job Type: Apprentice
Pay: $18.00-$28.00
Experience: 0-2yr welding or similar trade
Industry: Trailer Manufacturing | Metal Fabrication | Solar-Powered Trailers
This is a hands-on manufacturing position supporting our welders and assisting with the complete assembly of SPOG solar-powered trailers. The primary responsibilities include measuring, cutting, grinding, drilling, fitting, and preparing metal for our welders, along with assisting in the assembly and construction of solar-powered trailers. This is a great position for someone with mechanical ability who wants to develop additional welding, fabrication, and manufacturing skills.
Responsibilities:
* Measure and cut steel and aluminum according to specifications.
* Prepare metal components for welders.
* Grind, clean, drill, and fit metal components before welding.
* Use saws, grinders, drills, and other fabrication tools.
* Assist welders with positioning and fitting components.
* Prepare brackets, tubing, framing, and other trailer components.
* Assist with trailer frame and body assembly.
* Install walls, insulation, flooring, doors, equipment mounts, and interior components.
* Assist with mounting solar panels and solar equipment.
* Assist with battery, inverter, HVAC, lighting, and equipment installation under the direction of qualified team members.
* Perform general mechanical and trailer assembly work.
* Read tape measures and follow basic drawings and measurements.
* Maintain an organized manufacturing and fabrication area.
* Keep materials and components organized for production.
* Follow all company safety procedures.
* Assist the manufacturing team wherever needed to keep trailers moving through production.
Qualifications:
* Previous construction, fabrication, manufacturing, automotive, trailer, mechanical, or welding experience is preferred.
* Experience using saws, grinders, drills, and hand/power tools.
* Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
* Basic metal fabrication knowledge is preferred.
* Welding experience is a plus but is not required.
* Ability to follow instructions and work from basic drawings and measurements.
* Comfortable working with steel and aluminum.
* Mechanically inclined and willing to learn.
* Able to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
* Dependable and able to maintain a consistent work schedule.
* Strong attention to quality and safety.
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