Fabricator Metalshaper custom cars

SALTWORKS FAB LLC; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Climate-controlled facility

Job summary

SaltWorks MFG in Sarasota, Florida is seeking a high-level Fabricator / Metal Shaper for coachbuilding, problem-solving, design, fabrication, and execution at the highest level. This is not production work.

We build award-winning customs, hot rods, trucks, and one-off vehicles using traditional craftsmanship mixed with modern technology, including TIG welding, metal shaping, CNC laser cutting, CAD layout, and hand fabrication.

Qualifications

• Strong fabrication and metal shaping ability.
• Experience with TIG welding, sheet metal, and custom fabrication.
• Ability to build clean, serviceable, high-end work.
• Understanding of vehicle construction and assembly.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Pride in craftsmanship and cleanliness.
• Positive attitude and willingness to improve.
• Passion for hot rods, customs, trucks, and automotive culture.

Skills

Fabrication

TIG welding

Sheet metal

Custom fabrication

Metal shaping

Problem-solving

Independent work

Tools

CNC laser cutting

CAD

Job description

Fabricator / Metal Shaper – SaltWorks MFG

Build the Kind of Cars People Stop and Stare At.

SaltWorks MFG is looking for a high-level Fabricator / Metal Shaper who lives and breathes custom automotive craftsmanship.

This is not production work. This is coachbuilding, problem-solving, design, fabrication, and execution at the highest level.

We build award-winning customs, hot rods, trucks, and one-off vehicles using traditional craftsmanship mixed with modern technology including:

• TIG welding
• Metal shaping
• Metal forming
• CNC laser cutting
• 2D Cad layout
• Hand fabrication
• Full custom assembly

If you understand body lines, symmetry, proportions, gaps, and flow without needing someone to explain it to you — you may fit here.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong fabrication and metal shaping ability
• Experience with TIG welding, sheet metal, and custom fabrication
• Ability to build clean, serviceable, high-end work
• Understanding of vehicle construction and assembly
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Pride in craftsmanship and cleanliness
• Positive attitude and willingness to improve
• Passion for hot rods, customs, trucks, and automotive culture

Bonus Skills

• English wheel
• Pullmax / power hammer
• Aluminum fabrication
• Coachbuilding experience
• CAD experience
• CNC laser familiarity
• Suspension and chassis fabrication
• Mechanical assembly experience

This Position Is NOT For Someone Who

• Needs constant supervision
• Cuts corners
• Blames tools or coworkers
• Doesn’t care about details
• Wants “just a job”

What You’ll Get

• Work on nationally recognized builds
• High-end equipment and tools
• Talented team environment
• Opportunity to grow your skills
• Climate-controlled facility
• Competitive pay based on experience

Location

Sarasota, Florida