Assembler/Electrical Specialist – Livestock Trailers

Lakeshore Talent; Henderson (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Benefits after conversion

Cross-training opportunities

Team-oriented environment

Family-owned feel

Job summary

Lakeshore Talent is seeking an Assembler/Electrical Specialist to support Merritt Trailers in Livestock trailer production. This is a hands-on role involving electrical work, manual assembly, and building trailers from raw materials.

Candidates should have electrical assembly experience, be able to read prints, and work safely in a fast-paced production setting. Onsite daytime schedule, with potential for permanent conversion after contract.

Qualifications

• Manual production/manufacturing/assembly experience.
• Electrical assembly and maintenance experience.
• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret basic prints.
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working at heights.
• Willingness to learn multiple parts of a custom production process.

Responsibilities

• Assemble trailer components per specs.
• Build trailers from raw materials using prints and specs.
• Complete electrical work, including wiring harnesses.
• Use drills, air guns, and pneumatic or hand tools.
• Read a tape measure accurately and follow detailed measurements.
• Review prints to understand trailer configurations and assembly requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area.
• Communicate closely with team members on large trailers.

Skills

Electrical assembly

Manual assembly

Read tape measure

Team communication

Problem solving

Tools

Drills

Air guns

Pneumatic tools

Measuring tape

Job description

Assembler/Electrical Specialist – Livestock Trailers

Location: Henderson, CO (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Pay: $22–$24 per hour, based on experience and skill level
Position Type: Contract-to-Hire (120-day contract with potential for permanent conversion)

Position Summary

Lakeshore Talent is partnered with Merritt Trailers in their search for a motivated Assembler/Electrical Specialist to support the production of custom livestock trailers. This is a hands-on, physically demanding role involving electrical work, manual assembly, and the construction of trailers from raw materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble livestock trailer components, including end sheets and side sheets.
• Build custom trailers from raw materials using prints and job specifications.
• Complete electrical work, including connecting wiring harnesses.
• Use drills, air guns, and other pneumatic or hand tools.
• Read a tape measure accurately and follow detailed measurements.
• Review prints to understand trailer configurations and assembly requirements.
• Work safely from ladders and at varying heights.
• Track completed work and remaining production hours for assigned trailers.
• Assist with different stages of the production process as needed.
• Communicate closely with team members when working on large trailers.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Participate in required hands-on training for equipment such as cranes and saws.

Required Qualifications

• Previous manual production, manufacturing, construction, or assembly experience.
• Electrical assembly and maintenance experience
• Ability to connect electrical harnesses; soldering is not required.
• Experience using drills, air guns, and similar tools.
• Ability to read a tape measure and interpret basic prints.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable climbing ladders and working at heights.
• Ability to perform physically demanding, hands-on work.
• Willingness to learn multiple parts of a custom production process.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work safely as part of a team.
• Ability to provide required personal tools and steel-toed boots.

Preferred Background

• Experience building, repairing, or using livestock, agricultural, utility, or similar trailers.
• Familiarity with farming, ranching, construction, fabrication, or other hands-on environments.
• Mechanical or engineering aptitude.
• Interest in learning new skills and developing within a manufacturing career.

Why Join the Team?

• Family-owned organization with a dedicated, experienced workforce.
• Consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule.
• Comprehensive hands-on training.
• Strong benefits upon permanent conversion.
• Opportunities to cross-train and develop additional skills.
• Skills-based advancement opportunities.
• Team-oriented environment with experienced employees available to provide support.
• Potential pay review at the end of the 120-day contract period.

Additional Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the required background check and drug-screening process. Candidates must also comply with all workplace safety and equipment-training requirements.