Heavy Vehicle Workshop Assistant

Big Chief Hire; Burton (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Engineering in the United States is seeking a reliable and hands-on Trade Assistant to join our Truck Body Shop team. This role offers practical work, the chance to learn new skills, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced tradespeople on heavy vehicle manufacturing and fabrication projects.

You will support welders and fabricators, help with building, repair and fit-out of truck bodies, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a busy workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Reliable, motivated and hands-on attitude.
• Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced tradespeople.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow instructions.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Assist welders and fabricators with day-to-day workshop tasks.
• Prepare materials, tools and equipment for jobs.
• Help with the assembly, repair and fit-out of truck bodies.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop.
• Handling materials and using workshop tools and equipment safely.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures.

Skills

Hands-on attitude

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Interest in heavy vehicles/welding/fab

Job description

Northeast Engineering in the United States is seeking a reliable and hands-on Trade Assistant to join our Truck Body Shop team. This role offers practical work, the chance to learn new skills, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced tradespeople on heavy vehicle manufacturing and fabrication projects.

You will support welders and fabricators, help with building, repair and fit-out of truck bodies, and gain valuable hands-on experience in a busy workshop environment.