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.

Salary Description
$20 - $30 Per Hr