Aluminum Trailer Fabricator

We are seeking a skilled Shop Carpenter to join our team at Alcom of Florida. As a key member of our production team, you will be responsible for performing tasks involved in the fabrication of aluminum trailers.

• Read and follow blueprints and work orders to ensure a high-quality product that meets customer demands.
• Measure, cut, and drill aluminum, plywood, and aluminum exterior skin, as well as various types of interior and exterior trim work.
• Build and assemble different parts of the trailer, including inside trim, outside trim, fenders, rough or finished wiring, framing, and flooring.
• Obtain raw materials from Material Handlers and ensure that the finished product meets quality expectations.
• Notify supervisors of any mechanical or material issues, including defects in material, damage to the trailer, and deviations from the work order.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, minimize scrap, and dispose of waste appropriately.
• Follow all safety procedures, wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and report any accidents or near misses to the supervisor immediately.

• 2 years of carpentry experience preferred.
• Ability to work quickly without sacrificing quality or safety.
• General understanding of basic carpentry.
• Ability to measure and cut accurately.
• Ability to think creatively and solve problems.
• Ability to read blueprints and work orders accurately.
• Strong time management and organizational abilities.

• Standing – up to 80%.
• Walking – up to 80%.
• Lifting – approximately 55% during the shift.
• Up to 25 pounds constantly.
• Up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Twisting – up to 10 twists/day.
• Bending – up to 10 bends/day.
• Pushing & Pulling trailers with assistance – up to 15/day.
• Working at heights on a ladder or on scaffolding with the use of a harness.
• Kneeling – up to 10%.
• Climbing – up to 40%.
• Moderate deviations of the wrists.
• Frequent use of both hands.
• Long periods (8-10 hrs./day) of vibration.
• Exposure to moderate, steady, and fairly loud noise, below 85db.
• The ability to work in 80-90°F temperatures during the summer.
• May be exposed to slippery work surfaces (up to 10 hrs./day).
• Utilize appropriate PPE – may include use of a respirator.
• Exposure to dust, dirt, and shavings.

• 401(k).
• 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee discount.
• Flexible schedule.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Referral program.
• Retirement plan.
• Vision insurance.

• 4x10.
• No weekends.

• Power tools: 1 year (Preferred).
• Hand tools: 1 year (Preferred).
• Carpentry: 1 year (Preferred).

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome employees who speak one or more languages. As a necessity to safely and efficiently perform business operations, employees must be proficient in speaking and understanding English. Alcom of Florida will assess the level of fluency required on a job by job basis. Employees must be able to speak and understand English for job-related communications and are otherwise welcome to speak their native or other language in the workplace.