Heavy Truck Trailer Welder / Fabricator

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Located in Hamilton, ON

Salary: up to $30.00 per hour

Truck & Trailer Repair | Welding | Fabrication | Structural Repairs

Express Employment Professionals Canada has proudly served the Hamilton area for over 28 years, partnering with local companies across a variety of industries and providing a key access point for job seekers throughout the region.

About The Opportunity

A well-established Hamilton truck and trailer repair facility is currently seeking an experienced Heavy Truck & Trailer Welder / Fabricator to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled welder with strong fabrication and repair experience who enjoys working on heavy trucks, trailers, structural repairs, and custom modifications in a busy shop environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience performing structural welding repairs on commercial trucks and trailers, working with heavy steel components, and supporting repair and fabrication projects from start to finish. Candidates with mechanical experience or exposure to truck and trailer maintenance will be strongly considered.

This shop offers a clean, safety-focused environment, steady year-round work, modern equipment, and the opportunity to work on a wide variety of heavy vehicle repairs and custom fabrication projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform structural welding repairs on heavy trucks, trailers, and commercial transport equipment
• Repair and reinforce cracked frames, cross members, floors, dump bodies, trailer walls, hinges, and structural components
• Fabricate and modify metal parts, brackets, supports, and assemblies as required
• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions
• Operate MIG, stick, arc welding, plasma cutting, and oxy-acetylene torch equipment safely and effectively
• Cut, fit, align, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications
• Read and interpret blueprints, measurements, work orders, and repair instructions
• Use grinders, hand tools, torches, and fabrication equipment to prepare and finish workpieces
• Assist with truck and trailer repairs, preventative maintenance, and shop projects as required
• Perform quality checks to ensure repairs meet safety and workmanship standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment
• Collaborate with mechanics, technicians, and shop staff to complete repairs efficiently

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Welder, Fabricator, Trailer Mechanic, Truck & Coach Technician, or Heavy Equipment Mechanic
• Strong MIG welding and metal fabrication experience required
• Experience repairing heavy trucks, trailers, dump bodies, transport equipment, or structural steel components preferred
• Comfortable working with heavy gauge steel and structural repairs
• Ability to read blueprints, measurements, and fabrication drawings
• Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills considered a strong asset
• Experience with cutting torches, grinders, and shop fabrication equipment
• Ability to work independently and manage repair projects efficiently
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
• CWB certification considered an asset
• 310T license or apprenticeship considered an asset
• Valid driver’s license preferred
• Ability to work in a physically demanding shop environment

Why Join This Team?

• Stable full-time opportunity with steady year-round work
• Competitive wages based on experience
• Overtime opportunities available
• Clean, organized, and well-equipped shop environment
• Comprehensive benefits package after probation
• Boot allowance
• Pension/RPP matching program
• Opportunity to work on a wide variety of trucks, trailers, and custom fabrication projects
• Supportive and team-oriented workplace with long-term growth opportunities

This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.

Our selection process includes AI-enabled tools used to screen applications based on keywords and minimum qualifications. All hiring decisions are made by a human reviewer.

 

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