Truck Assembly and Upfitter

Equipment Specialist: Welding & Custom Fabrication

Freightliner of Hartford / Alliance Truck Center Hartford, CT | Day Shift: Monday - Friday

The Opportunity

Are you a skilled fabricator who enjoys seeing a project through from start to finish? We are seeking an Equipment Specialist to join our family-oriented team. In this role, you will be responsible for the custom assembly and fabrication of dump bodies onto premium heavy-duty chassis.

We offer a clean, supportive environment where you have direct access to ownership and management. We value our people, which is why we offer "Summer Hours" to beat the heat and host company picnics to keep our team connected.

Compensation & Premier Benefits

Base Pay: $20.00 - $40.00+ per hour (Commensurate with experience).

Bonus: Monthly performance incentive program.

Retirement: 401k with an industry-leading 10% company match.

Healthcare: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

HSA: Partially company-funded Health Savings Account.

Perks: Boot Allowance, Uniforms, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability.

Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.

Core Responsibilities

Custom Fabrication: Build and assemble dump truck bodies onto various OEM heavy-duty truck chassis.

Welding & Cutting: Expertly weld steel using MIG equipment; operate plasma cutters and oxy/acetylene torches.

Systems Installation: Fabricate and install 12V wiring harnesses and PTO (Power Take-Off) assemblies.

Hydraulics: Assemble and plumb hydraulic hoses and complete hydraulic systems.

Precision Work: Accurately read tape measures and follow complex wiring diagrams and blueprints.

Shop Operations: Operate forklifts and maintain a safe, organized workspace.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional welding and fabrication experience.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in MIG welding, metal cutting, and drilling.

Schematics: Ability to read and understand English-language wiring diagrams and technical manuals.

Mindset: Ability to work independently on a build while remaining a cohesive part of the team.

Certification: Forklift operation experience is required.