Automotive Welder / Fabricator

Lenco Armored Vehicles; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stable hours

Overtime opportunities

Purpose-driven products

Modern facility

Career growth

Job summary

Lenco Armored Vehicles in Pittsfield, MA is seeking an Automotive Welder / Fabricator to transform commercial vehicle chassis into armored platforms. You will cut, weld, and reinforce frames and suspensions to meet strict armored specs.

Join a mission-driven team in a stable manufacturing environment with opportunities for overtime and career growth within a growing U.S. manufacturer.

Qualifications

• Background in automotive and fabrication fields.
• Proficiency with mechanic tools and MIG welding.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints.
• Experience working in a heavy-duty automotive or truck shop environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Add and remove components to prepare the chassis for the body installation.
• Weld components and parts to ensure modification meet specifications.
• Install structural reinforcements and mounting brackets for armored plating.
• Ensure all upgrades align with engineering prints and safety standards.
• Remove OEM suspension components to install upgraded suspension.

Job description

About Lenco Armored Vehicles

** Lenco Armored Vehicles is a U.S.-based manufacturer of specialized armored vehicles used by law enforcement, military, fire, and rescue agencies worldwide. Our work directly supports first responders operating in high-risk environments. We offer long-term stability, consistent production schedules, and a mission-driven manufacturing environment.

Job Summary:

The Automotive Welder / Fabricator is a specialized role focused on the transformation of commercial vehicle chassis into armored tactical platforms. You will be responsible for cutting, welding, and structural reinforcement of vehicle frame and suspension system to meet rigorous armored specifications.

What You'll Do:

• Add and remove components to prepare the chassis for the body installation
• Weld components and parts to ensure modification meet specifications
• Install structural reinforcements and mounting brackets for armored plating
• Ensure all upgrades align with engineering prints and safety standards
• Remove OEM suspension components to Install upgraded suspension

What We’re Looking For:

• Background in automotive and fabrication fields
• Proficiency with mechanic tools and MIG welding
• Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints
• Experience working in a heavy-duty automotive or truck shop environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills

Why Work at Lenco:

• Stable, full-time manufacturing work with consistent hours
• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
• Purpose-driven products that protect first responders and military personnel
• Modern facility with specialized equipment
• Long-term career growth within a growing U.S. manufacturer