• Job Title:

  Custom Trailer Builder - 1st shift $24-28/hr
• Job Description
• This role involves building, assembling, fabricating, and welding custom trailers in a job shop environment.

You will work from blueprints and custom diagrams to construct a wide range of trailers, including 12-20 ft enclosed trailers, ice houses, flatbed trailers, and other specialty units. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, hands-on repair experience, and basic knowledge of 12-24 volt trailer wiring and suspension systems.

• Responsibilities
• + Build and assemble custom trailers from blueprints and custom diagrams.

+ Fabricate and weld trailer frames, components, and structures using appropriate welding techniques. + Install 12-24 volt electrical wiring and systems on trailers, including lights and related components. + Assemble and install custom racks, systems, and components for trailers according to specifications. + Use machine tools, hand tools, and power tools safely and effectively during fabrication and assembly. + Read, interpret, and follow work instructions, blueprints, and custom prints/diagrams accurately. + Perform mechanical repairs and adjustments on trailers, equipment, and related systems. + Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on trailers and equipment. + Measure and verify dimensions using tape measures and other measuring tools to ensure accuracy. + Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and functional condition. + Collaborate with a small shop team to complete custom projects efficiently and on schedule.

• Essential Skills
• + Proven ability to read and interpret work instructions, blueprints, and custom diagrams.

+ Hands-on repair or fabrication experience in automotive, trailer, equipment, or similar mechanical environments. + Mechanical aptitude with experience in troubleshooting, repair, and general mechanical tinkering. + Basic knowledge of 12-24 volt trailer wiring and suspension systems. + Experience using hand tools, power tools, and machine tools in a fabrication or repair setting. + Ability to perform welding and fabrication tasks for trailer construction and repair. + Competence in using measuring tools such as tape measures to ensure accurate fabrication. + Troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems. + Ability to work safely and follow shop procedures in a job shop environment.

• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• + Experience with trailer repair or trailer building and fabrication.

+ MIG welding experience on aluminum and stainless steel. + Experience as a mechanic, service mechanic, trailer mechanic, or similar mechanical role. + Experience with electrical systems, including 12-24 volt wiring on vehicles or trailers. + Familiarity with hydraulic systems and related repairs. + Ability to perform TIG welding (if applicable to prior experience).

• Why Work Here?
• This is a family-oriented organization with a stable, close-knit team and long-tenured employees.

You can benefit from monthly profit sharing and a competitive benefits package, including a 4% 401(k) match year over year. The environment supports hands-on craftsmanship, offers steady work on diverse custom projects, and provides the opportunity to grow your skills while contributing to a small, collaborative shop.

• Work Environment
• This position is based in a job shop environment with a total of about eight people working on site.

The shop is large and active, with a fairly dirty setting due to ongoing work on trailers and semi-truck trailers. You will regularly use welding equipment, machine tools, hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools while working on various trailer types and custom builds. Expect a practical, hands-on atmosphere focused on fabrication, repair, and custom projects.

• Job Type & Location
• This is a Permanent position based out of Maple Grove, MN.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $24.

00 - $27.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type
• This is a fully onsite position in Maple Grove,MN.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.
• About Aerotek
• Aerotek® Inc.

provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

• Massachusetts Lie Detector:

• It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
• Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
• We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.

AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.