Fabricator / Welder – Great Pay + Every Other Friday Off + Build Something That Lasts!

Description

We’re Hiring a Skilled Fabricator to Join Our Growing Team.

If you take pride in your craftsmanship, enjoy hands-on work, and want to see your builds roll out the door on custom trucks and trailers — Matthews Motors wants to meet you.

We’re a 35+ year family-built truck dealership and upfitter serving fleets, municipalities, and independent operators across the Southeast. Our fabrication team is expanding, and we’re looking for a Fabricator / Welder who can help us build high-quality custom bodies, accessories, and trailer upfits.

This is a full-time, steady-hours position with 9-hour days (6:00 AM – 3:00 PM) and every other Friday off — because we believe great work deserves real balance.

What You’ll Do

Fabricate and assemble truck bodies, trailer systems, and custom equipment to exact specifications

Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and weld symbols accurately

Perform high-quality GMAW and GTAW welding on aluminum and steel

Use hand and power tools including drills, grinders, and saws

Measure and verify accuracy using calipers, weld gauges, and tape measures

Perform quality checks to ensure products meet structural and visual standards

Identify and correct defects , and document any rework as needed

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace and care for shop tools and equipment

Collaborate with shop leads and management to prioritize jobs and meet deadlines

What We Offer

• •Steady, Year-Round Work – no seasonal layoffs
• •Schedule: 9-hour days, 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM, every other Friday off
• •Competitive Pay based on skill and experience
• •401k Matching (6%) – Industry Leading
• •Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Company Contribution
• •Paid Time Off + Holidays
• •Paid Training and Advancement Opportunities
• •Clean, Well-Equipped Shop with a supportive, team-oriented culture

Requirements

What You Bring

1–2 years of welding or fabrication experience (truck/trailer experience preferred)

Proficiency with GMAW and GTAW processes (aluminum & steel)

Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings

Basic understanding of mechanical assembly and layout work

Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship

Team-player mindset — dependable, positive, and respectful

Forklift and overhead crane experience a plus

Carpentry or body-building skills a big bonus

Ready to Build Something Great?

If you’re a skilled Fabricator who takes pride in building top-quality equipment and wants a better work-life balance, hit “Apply” or call/text 706-722-3997 to connect directly with our team.

Matthews Motors – Where Quality, Craftsmanship, and Opportunity Come Together.