Heavy Duty Truck Assembler

Interstate PowerSystems; Surprise (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(K) with company matching

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Interstate PowerSystems is looking for a Heavy-Duty Truck Assembler in Surprise, Arizona. This role involves assembling and customizing heavy-duty trucks by working with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems to meet customer specifications.

Candidates should have experience in assembly, be able to lift heavy parts, and work well in a team. Benefits include health coverage, paid time off, and tuition assistance for educational growth.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience preferred in automotive or heavy equipment assembly.
• Ability to lift heavy parts (up to 50-75 lbs) and stand for extended periods.
• Precision in aligning parts and ensuring quality and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble major truck components using hand tools and specialized equipment.
• Customize trucks based on blueprints and specifications.
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with manufacturer standards.

Skills

Automotive or heavy equipment assembly experience

Proficiency with hand and power tools

Understanding of heavy-duty vehicle systems

Welding certification

Effective collaboration skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Wrenches

Drills

Welders

Job description

Job Title: Heavy-Duty Truck Assembler

Company: Interstate Assembly Systems

Location: Surprise, Arizona

Job Overview

Heavy Duty Truck Assemblers and Up-Fitters are skilled technicians responsible for assembling, modifying, and customizing heavy-duty trucks and their components to meet specific customer or operational requirements. This role involves working with mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, ensuring quality standards, and adhering to safety protocols in a manufacturing or workshop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Install and assemble major truck components such as cranes, axles, and smaller chassis components (toolboxes, chock holders, cone holders, etc.) using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
• Customize trucks by adding specialized equipment or features, such as PTO, hydraulic systems, toolboxes, or custom bodies (e.g., dump beds, flatbeds), based on blueprints, schematics, or customer specifications.
• Install and connect electrical wiring and control systems for lights, sensors, and auxiliary equipment.
• Inspect completed work to ensure functionality, safety, and compliance with manufacturer standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., DOT regulations).
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues during assembly or up-fitting processes.
• Record parts used, labor time, and modifications made for inventory and customer records.
• Follow workplace safety guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to OSHA standards.
• Work closely with engineers, designers, and other team members to execute complex builds or modifications efficiently.

Qualifications and Skills

• Prior experience in automotive or heavy equipment assembly, mechanics, or a related field (1-3 years preferred).
• Proficiency with tools (e.g., wrenches, drills, welders) and ability to read blueprints.
• Strong understanding of heavy-duty vehicle systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Ability to lift heavy parts (up to 50–75 lbs), stand for extended periods, and work in various positions (e.g., bending, kneeling).
• Welding certification, CDL, or ASE certifications are a plus but not always required.
• Precision in aligning parts and ensuring all modifications meet quality and safety standards.
• Effective collaboration in a fast-paced production environment.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have basic tool set.
• Use computers for web-based training and work order system.
• Must be physically able to lift and work with no restrictions.

Employee Benefits

• Uniforms supplied by Interstate.
• Tuition assistance for educational and ongoing career growth.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage begins on the first day of the following month.
• Paid time off starts accruing day one of your full-time employment.
• 6 holidays and 2 floating holidays per year.
• 401(K) with company matching.
• Long-term disability, short-term disability, and life insurance supplied.
• Healthiest You: virtual health care paid by Interstate.PPE reimbursement for safety glasses and safety boots.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Paid employee assistance program: free 24/7 access to a guidance consultant.
• Paid health and well-being screening for employees and their spouses.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Interstate Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage all qualified and interested persons to apply for this position by submitting a resume for consideration.