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Great Dane Truck & Trailer

Structural Fabrication Welder

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What they do

A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.

$43,874 / year median in Tennessee

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

Build with precision. Lead with safety. Join Great Dane's structural fabrication team and help us deliver industry-leading trailers and truck bodies. We're expanding and looking for welders who thrive in fast-paced production and are committed to quality workmanship. What you get
Pay:
$22.25-$27.00 per hour Night shift premium: +$0.50/hour Two weeks of paid vacation Schedule Monday-Thursday workweek 1st
Shift:
6:00 AM-4:30 PM 2nd
Shift:
4:30 PM-3:00 AM Overtime available Core responsibilities Configure welding equipment (gas, volts, amps, wire speed) and make minor adjustments as needed. Perform welds on flat, curved, and vertical surfaces—including overhead work. Load raw materials and parts; remove finished workpieces and scrap from machines.
Deburr and clean:
file, grind, and scrape sharp edges, burrs, scale, and rust. Straighten and true parts; hammer out bent or warped sections. Sort, mark, and tag completed work to specification. Move material independently or by signaling a crane operator. Verify conformance using a straight edge or template. Maintain a clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment. Perform additional routine duties that support production goals. Must-have qualifications Proficiency with pneumatic power tools and shop equipment. Accurate tape-measure reading and use of measuring tools. Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing orders. Follow verbal and written instructions; communicate effectively in English. Multi-tasker who retains procedures and meets/exceeds required production levels.
Quality-focused:
inspect your own product per SOPs.
Cost-conscious:
minimize scrap and waste; use supplies efficiently. Identify problems early and resolve them promptly. Physical/mental demands Lift up to 50 lbs multiple times per shift. Stand/walk on concrete 8-12 hours; reach, grasp, stoop, kneel, twist, crawl, carry, climb ladders, work overhead, push, and pull. Stay alert and safety-focused at all times. Maneuver large components (up to 180 lbs) by pushing, pulling, and flipping. Hands-on mechanical aptitude and ability to follow supervisor instruction. Aptitude to learn and retain new information. Accurately read a tape measure and other gauges. The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Who we are Founded in 1900, Great Dane is a transportation solutions leader with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers across the U.S. We engineer durable, high-quality trailers and truck bodies and invest in people who want to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact. Benefits overview Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision with employer contributions Pension Plan and 401(k) with employer match Tuition reimbursement Paid holidays and vacation And more! Our culture We're a team of Champions—collaborative, driven, and committed to safety, integrity, quality, leadership, and passion. Legal •Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer