Fabrication Technician

**Company:**At Cobalt Truck Equipment, we specialize in building and upfitting high-quality work trucks that meet the demands of hardworking professionals across multiple industries. Founded with a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, we’ve grown into a trusted partner for utility, service, and fleet vehicles throughout the western United States.

Summary: This position involves custom welding, fabrication and knowledge of reading CAD drawings and reports to the Service Manager, with direction from the Lead fabricator.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• GMAW, GTAW, SMAW Proficient or willing to learn.
• Fabrication prep, cutting, using grinder, etc.
• Fabrication including some design, layout, cutting, and forming.
• Welding to specifications; 10 gauge to 1” steel.
• Ability to weld aluminum and or willing to learn.
• Perform quality control checks on all completed jobs.
• Quickly and efficiently perform all assigned tasks in the time frame presented on the job.
• Always maintain a clean and well kept service bay as it is our image to the public.
• Must have own tools (Will go over list of recommended tools prior to schedule of interview).
• Effectively read & understand prints to AWS standards.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills to work effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Ability to stay organized and manage tasks, tools, and workspace efficiently.
• Proficient in mathematics including measurements, fractions, and conversions.
• Proficient in technical skills such as welding, fabrication tools, and reading CAD/AWS standards.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all work.
• Ability to manage time and complete tasks within deadlines while maintaining quality.
• Proficient in measurement tools including tape measures and precision instruments.
• Ability to problem-solve and resolve issues in design, fit, or process.

Work Environment

This position works in a climate-controlled shop setting. Proper PPE must be worn at all times. Must be able to work well in group settings at times when needed.

Physical Demands

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or type; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and sit for long periods of time. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with a half hour lunch, but hours could change based on need.

Preferred Education and Experience

• 3+ Years welding experience
• 1+ Years Custom fabrication preferred
• Must have own tools.
• Certified but not required.
• Welding portfolio

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision
• Employer paid life insurance and short and long term disability
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Retirement plan with up to 5% company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Come work for a great team! Smarter | Faster | Less Down Time

Cobalt Truck Equipment is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.