Welding & Vehicle Upfit Specialist

Resource Management Systems, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ADAboy, Inc. is seeking a Fabrication & Upfit Technician to perform skilled welding, fabrication, vehicle modification, and assembly for wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions and related products.

This role may support R&D through prototype fabrication and test builds, then transition to regular production with established fabrication, welding, modification, and assembly processes. Candidates should have welding and metal fabrication experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Welding and metal fabrication experience required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on fabrication ability.
• Automotive, vehicle modification, fabrication, assembly, or related skilled-trade experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, fit, fabricate, weld, and assemble components.
• Ability to safely use welding equipment, fabrication equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to work from drawings, measurements, specifications, prototypes, and work instructions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to adapt as products and processes move from development into regular production.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding and metal fabrication for vehicle conversions, prototypes, and production builds.
• Measure, cut, drill, grind, shape, fit, weld, and finish materials as required.
• Fabricate and modify brackets, supports, mounts, frames, and other custom components.
• Verify measurements, alignment, fitment, weld quality, and finished workmanship.
• Safely operate welding and fabrication equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
• Perform vehicle disassembly, modification, installation, assembly, and reassembly.
• Install fabricated components, accessibility equipment, flooring, interior components, and other conversion-related equipment.
• Complete assigned portions of a vehicle conversion or assist with/complete a full vehicle upfit as required.
• Diagnose and correct fabrication, fitment, installation, and assembly issues.
• Work alongside other technicians and Production personnel as needed.
• Fabricate and assemble prototypes and test components from drawings, measurements, samples, or direction from leadership.
• Participate in prototype and test builds.
• Identify fabrication, fitment, installation, or production concerns and assist in developing practical solutions.
• Provide feedback on materials, tooling, fabrication methods, and installation processes.
• Assist with transitioning approved products and processes from development into regular production.
• Follow approved drawings, specifications, work instructions, and established processes.
• Inspect completed work for proper fit, function, quality, and workmanship.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Properly use required PPE and follow all Company safety procedures.
• Report quality, equipment, process, or safety concerns to management.

Skills

Welding

Metal fabrication

Mechanical aptitude

Vehicle modification

Reading drawings

Tool use

Troubleshooting

Detail oriented

Team player

Independent worker

Tools

Welding equipment

Fabrication equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

ADAboy, Inc. is seeking a Fabrication & Upfit Technician to perform skilled welding, fabrication, vehicle modification, and assembly for wheelchair-accessible vehicle conversions and related products.

This role may support R&D through prototype fabrication and test builds, then transition to regular production with established fabrication, welding, modification, and assembly processes. Candidates should have welding and metal fabrication experience, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to