Fabrication Technician: Expert Welder & Upfit Specialist

Thermo King

Tolleson (AZ)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 56,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Thermo King in Tolleson, AZ is seeking a Fabricator/Welder for aerial bucket trucks. The role involves fabricating subframes, hitch packages, and assemblies to mount truck bodies and service cranes, reading shop instructions, and preparing trucks for upfits.

Candidates will be inspected for welding certifications (FCAW and GMAW in multiple positions) and can advance from Apprentice to Journeyman to Expert based on experience; strong safety, teamwork, and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

Knowledge of various hand tools and equipment.
Teamwork mentality, demonstrates concern and respect for others.
Prompt and reliable attendance.
Willingness to learn.
Must be dependable and possess reliable transportation.
Attention to detail.
Follow all safety procedures.
Strong communication skills.
Self-Motivated and Self-Managed.
Advanced fabrication / welding skillset.
Position requires stooping, bending, kneeling, sitting, standing, lifting 60 pounds, use of proper personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Fabricate subframes, hitch packages, and assemblies required for the mounting of truck bodies, aerial devices, Service cranes, and/or other utility equipment.
Read shop instructions, order steel, communicate with supervisors and other techs.
Prepare trucks for additional upfit as necessary. Inspect work during and after fabrication to ensure quality.
Ensure trucks have been completely fabricated to customer spec prior to sending out for paint.
Must be certified or able to be certified in the following weld processes and positions: FCAW and GMAW: 1F, 2F, 3F, 4F, 1G, 2G, 3G, & 4G.
Position has three levels, Apprentice, Journeyman, Expert, based on experience.