Welder / Fabricator – Trailer Manufacturing

The Council of Industry; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

The Council of Industry in New York is seeking a Welder / Fabricator to weld, fabricate, modify and assemble steel and aluminum trailer components for SPOG trailers. This is a hands-on role emphasizing clean, strong welds and quality workmanship.

Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of welding and fabrication experience, MIG welding skills, and the ability to read basic fabrication drawings and use measurement tools. Join a fast-paced production team.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience with MIG welding required.
• Steel fabrication experience required.
• Aluminum welding experience is a strong plus.
• Trailer, automotive, RV, truck body, or equipment fabrication experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately use tape measures and basic fabrication tools.
• Ability to read basic fabrication drawings and measurements.
• Experience cutting, grinding, drilling, fitting, and assembling metal components.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
• Strong attention to detail and quality, dependable and able to maintain production schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and general metal fabrication.
• Weld and fabricate steel and aluminum trailer components.
• Fabricate brackets, frames, supports, mounts, doors, equipment racks, and other custom components.
• Cut, grind, drill, fit, and prepare metal for welding and assembly.
• Measure and lay out materials accurately before fabrication.
• Modify trailer frames and structural components according to specifications.
• Install fabricated components onto trailers.
• Read and follow drawings, measurements, and fabrication instructions.
• Inspect welds and completed work for quality and accuracy.
• Use grinders, saws, drills, welding machines, and other fabrication equipment.
• Work with the manufacturing team to keep trailers moving through production.
• Maintain an organized and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures and proper welding practices.

Skills

MIG welding

Welding

Fabrication

Tape measures

Reading fabrication drawings

Attention to detail

Dependable

Tools

Grinders

Saws

Drills

Job description

Overview

Position: Welder / FabricatorJob Type: Full-TimePay: $24.00–$30.00 per hour, based on experienceExperience: 2–3 Years MinimumIndustry: Trailer Manufacturing | Metal Fabrication | Solar-Powered Trailers

The Welder / Fabricator will be responsible for welding, fabrication, modification, and assembly of steel andandaluminum components used in the manufacturing of SPOG trailers.

This is a hands-on production position for someone who takes pride in clean, strong welds and qualityworkmanship.

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in a fast-moving manufacturing environment and cantake a project from raw material through fabrication, welding, finishing, and installation.Experience working on cargo trailers, utility trailers, RVs, trucks, automotive equipment, structuralfabrication, or custom metal projects is highly desirable.Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their welding and fabrication skills as part of the hiring process.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and general metal fabrication.
• Weld and fabricate steel and aluminum trailer components.
• Fabricate brackets, frames, supports, mounts, doors, equipment racks, and other custom components.
• Cut, grind, drill, fit, and prepare metal for welding and assembly.
• Measure and lay out materials accurately before fabrication.
• Modify trailer frames and structural components according to specifications.
• Install fabricated components onto trailers.
• Read and follow drawings, measurements, and fabrication instructions.
• Inspect welds and completed work for quality and accuracy.
• Use grinders, saws, drills, welding machines, and other fabrication equipment.
• Work with the manufacturing team to keep trailers moving through production.
• Maintain an organized and safe work area.
• Follow all company safety procedures and proper welding practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of welding and fabrication experience.
• Experience with MIG welding required.
• Steel fabrication experience required.
• Aluminum welding experience is a strong plus.
• Trailer, automotive, RV, truck body, or equipment fabrication experience is preferred.
• Ability to accurately use tape measures and basic fabrication tools.
• Ability to read basic fabrication drawings and measurements.
• Experience cutting, grinding, drilling, fitting, and assembling metal components.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a manufacturing team.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Must be dependable and able to maintain a consistent production schedule.

Company Website

Off-Grid Solar Trailers | SPOG Trailers

Company Profile

What You Will Help Build

• Roof-mounted solar power systems
• Lithium battery energy storage
• Inverters and off-grid electrical systems
• Interior and exterior 120V/240V electrical systems
• High-efficiency heating and cooling
• Insulated walls and ceilings
• E-track and equipment-storage systems
• Workstations and custom interiors
• Telescoping lighting and camera systems

SPOG Trailers designs and manufactures next-generation solar-powered cargo and workstation trailers. Ourtrailers combine commercial-grade trailer construction with solar power, battery storage, electrical systems,HVAC, and customized interior configurations.