Shop Hand

Cobalt Truck Equipment; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Employer paid life insurance

Disability insurance (short & long)

Retirement plan with match

FSA/HSAs

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Cobalt Truck Equipment is seeking a Shop Hand for its Fort Worth, TX location. This full-time role supports a truck upfitting, fabrication and service shop by assisting technicians, keeping the shop organized, and preparing vehicles for upfitting.

Key duties include handling materials, loading/unloading, and basic component installation. The position requires physical work, safety awareness, teamwork, and a willingness to learn truck upfitting procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50–75 lbs.
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and shop safety practices.
• Willingness to learn truck upfitting procedures.
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shop, work areas, and yard.
• Assist with inventory handling, parts organization, and material identification.
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials, parts, and finished products.
• Dispose of scrap materials and maintain recycling and waste areas.
• Prepare trucks for upfitting by washing, staging, masking, or removing/installing components.
• Assist upfitting technicians with installation of truck accessories and equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, or fabrication tasks under supervision.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and correctly.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures at all times.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support shop operations.

Skills

Physical labor

Team player

Safety awareness

Tool handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

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Shop Hand

Full Time Fort Worth, TX, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $22.00 Annually

We are looking for an energetic and organized Shop Hand to join our team!

The Company

Cobalt Truck Equipment started in 1995 with 12 employees & a single location. Our corporate headquarters are in Nampa, Idaho, and the company has only continued to grow from there. Now, Cobalt Truck Equipment has over 100 employees and locations in Spokane, Las Vegas, Fort Worth and San Antonio. In addition to building custom, fully equipped trucks for its clients, Cobalt Truck Equipment also keeps an extensive inventory of built-up, work-ready truck packages available for immediate delivery. Construction, utility, municipal and heavy equipment clients have all come to trust Cobalt Truck Equipment for quality mechanics trucks, lube trucks, utility bodies, platforms, vans, and more. Cobalt Truck Equipment is a lean manufacturer. At the heart of Cobalt’s success lies our unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and the journey from a small Idaho workshop to a multi-location enterprise is a testament to Cobalt’s vision and adaptability.

Job Summary

The Shop Hand supports daily operations in a truck upfitting, fabrication and service shop by assisting technicians, maintaining shop organization, preparing vehicles and equipment, and performing basic installation and fabrication tasks. This role is essential to keeping projects moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shop, work areas, and yard
• Assist with inventory handling, parts organization, and material identification
• Load, unload, move, and stage materials, parts, and finished products
• Dispose of scrap materials and maintain recycling and waste areas
• Prepare trucks for upfitting by washing, staging, masking, or removing/installing components
• Assist upfitting technicians with installation of truck accessories and equipment, including:
  • Service bodies, flatbeds, toolboxes, ladder racks
  • Hitches, bumpers, steps, lighting, and auxiliary equipment
• Perform basic mechanical, electrical, or fabrication tasks under supervision
• Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and correctly
• Follow all safety rules and procedures at all times
• Perform additional tasks as assigned to support shop operations

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50–75 lbs, bending, standing, and working outdoors as needed
• Basic knowledge of hand tools and shop safety practices
• Willingness to learn truck upfitting procedures and equipment
• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Valid driver’s license preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in:
  • Automotive, truck, or equipment shops
  • Fabrication, welding assistance, or electrical work
  • Construction, manufacturing, or industrial environments
• Familiarity with trucks
• Forklift or shop equipment experience (or willingness to become certified)

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and lifting
• Exposure to typical shop conditions (noise, dust, heat, cold)
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. with a half hour lunch, but hours could change based on need.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

• Medical, dental and vision
• Employer paid life insurance and short and long term disability
• Retirement account with company match
• Flexible Spending and health savings accounts
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays