Lead Fabricator - Truck & Trailer Assemblies (2nd Shift)

Fleet Direct Sales; Lincoln (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Insurance Coverage

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Life Insurance

Uniform Allowance

Employee Discounts

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Fleet Direct Lincoln is seeking a Lead Fabricator for the second shift to maintain diesel equipment, perform inspections, and execute precision welding and fabrication on head racks and trailer assemblies.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair complex components, oversee external repairs, and ensure safety checks and proper documentation. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and readiness for extended hours.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in class 8 tractor truck maintenance and/or equivalent schooling.
• Experience with electronic diagnostics.
• Peterbilt chassis experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules, regulations and safety is helpful.
• Knowledge of transportation management system is a plus.
• Computer literate: Microsoft Excel/Outlook is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, diagnosis and repair of vehicles and equipment including head rack and trailer assemblies.
• Fabricate and weld head racks and trailers for repairs due to wear, accidents, or rust.
• Inspect the quality of outside repairs and oversee rebuilds; assess damage and plan repairs.
• Conduct safety checks on trucks.
• Maintain shop records and preventive maintenance; communicate with Lead Mechanic/Foreman.
• Keep shop equipment operating and manage supplies; follow warranty procedures.

Skills

Class 8 maintenance

Electronic diagnostics

Peterbilt chassis

DOT compliance

Transportation management systems

MS Office (Excel/Outlook)

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Lead Fabricator- Tech B

Full Time Fleet Direct Lincoln, Lincoln, AL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1229

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BENEFITS

• Excellent Insurance Coverage: Health, dental and vision plans available.
• Disability Insurance: Company-paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Sick, personal, vacation and holidays.
• 401k: Retirement savings with company match.
• Life Insurance: $150,00.00 company-paid life insurance.
• Uniform Allowance: Spend less out of pocket.
• Employee Discounts: Receive discounts on goods and services from our partners.
• And More: Voluntary benefits including accident, hospital indemnity, & critical illness.

MORE ABOUT THE LEAD FABRICATOR ROLE:

What will the Lead Fabricator do?

The Lead Fabricator will support the team during the second shift by maintaining diesel equipment operations, completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; and keeping records.

What is the Lead Fabricator responsible for?

• Perform proficient inspection, diagnosis and moderately complex repair of assigned vehicles and equipment to include structural components and non- structural components of head rack and trailer assemblies.
• Fabricate and welding of head rack and trailers to make repairs from normal wear and tear, accident repairs, driver damage and structural integrity from rust or other outside factors.
• Inspect the quality of outside/supplier repairs and or rebuilds. Assess structural damage and assign needed repairs utilizing the most appropriate method(s).
• Conduct safety checks on trucks.
• Perform maintenance related work as required.
• Maintains a clear line of communication to the Lead Mechanic/Foreman and other staff in the maintenance department.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
• Occasionally may perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established procedures.

What knowledge, skills and abilities are required for the Lead Fabricator role?

• Class A CDL license is preferred but notrequired.
• Certified welder is preferred but notrequired.
• 5+ years’ experience in class 8 tractor truck maintenance and/or equivalent schooling, background of hydraulics a plus.
• Experience with electronic diagnostics.
• Experience with Peterbilt chassis a plus.
• Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules,regulationsand safety is helpful.
• Knowledge of transportation management system, a plus.
• Computer literate. Microsoft,Outlookand Excel a plus.
• Attention to detail andpossessa high levelof accuracy.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop andmaintainpositive relationships with dispatch team and auto haulers.
• Excellent communication skills both internally and with customers.
• Work may require more than40 hoursper week.

What are the physical demands of the Lead Fabricator role?

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit/stand for most of his/her job duties. There is the need to frequently walk and sit. There will be a great deal of standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting and reaching for some of his/her job duties.

Visual requirements include reading off a computer screen as well as printed materials. A high degree of dexterity is required due to frequent use of a telephone console.

Verbal and auditory requirements include the ability to communicate clearly over the telephone as well as in person.

There is a moderate level of grasping, lifting, pushing and/or pulling of objects of more than 25 lbs.

This Job Description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them for the position if the work is similar, related or a reasonable requirement of the position. Additional duties may be assigned, and requirements may vary from time to time.

What is the FLSA status of the Lead Fabricator role?

The FLSA status of this position is: Non-Exempt.

Who does the Lead Fabricator report to?

The Lead Fabricator reports to the Shop Foreman or Shop Manager.

What else should you know about the Lead Fabricator role?

This is a second shift position, and the schedule is expected to be Monday through Friday, with working hours from either 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM or 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

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