DESCRIPTION OF EMPLOYER: Founded in 1901, Feeser’s, Inc. is a family owned and operated full-line foodservice distributor located in Harrisburg, PA servicing the Mid-Atlantic region. Feeser’s provides an expansive offering of dry, refrigerated, and frozen products to a diverse customer base comprised of restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational facilities, and other institutions.

SUMMARY: The Trailer Mechanic – Welding & Fabrication Specialist is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and fabricating components on enclosed trailers, lift gates, and related fleet equipment. This role requires strong mechanical ability, professional-quality welding skills, and the capability to fabricate structural and cosmetic components to OEM or company standards

Essential Duties:

Trailer Maintenance & Repair
• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on enclosed trailers.
• Repair structural components such as floors, walls, roofs, doors, and frames.
• Replace or repair suspension components, brakes, hubs, electrical wiring, and lighting.
• Service trailer bodies, including roll-up doors, swing doors, roofs, bulkheads, and undercarriages .

Welding & Fabrication
• Perform MIG, Stick, and/or TIG welding on steel and aluminum components.
• Fabricate brackets, supports, gussets, ramps, and plates for trailer reinforcement or repair.
• Cut, shape, and fit metal materials using torches, grinders, plasma cutters, and metal saws.
• Ensure welds meet structural integrity, safety, and appearance standards.
• Repair damaged structural members such as crossmembers, rails, and subframes.

Lift Gate Repair
• Diagnose and repair lift gate mechanical, structural, and hydraulic components.
• Perform cylinder replacements, pump repairs, electrical troubleshooting, and safety system checks.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on lift gates (lubrication, pivots, pins, rollers, wiring, etc.).
• Perform weld repairs on lift gate platforms and frames.

Safety & Compliance
• Follow OSHA, DOT, state inspection, and company safety procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Complete required documentation such as repair orders, PM checklists, and work logs.

Other Duties
• Operate shop equipment including lifts, jacks, forklifts, and diagnostic tools.
• Support general shop repairs as needed (truck bodies, equipment racks, small fabrication jobs).
• Assist with on‑site or roadside repairs when required.

Required Skills & Qualifications
• 3+ years’ experience as a trailer mechanic or fabricator.
• Strong welding skills (MIG required; TIG and aluminum preferred).
• Ability to read measurements, blueprints, and fabrication drawings.
• Understanding of hydraulic and 12‑volt electrical systems.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work in various shop conditions.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience repairing Maxon, Waltco, or Anthony lift gates.
• Fabrication experience in a fleet, body shop, or trailer shop environment.
• State inspection license (if applicable).
• Forklift certification

Physical Requirements
• Standing, bending, kneeling, crawling, and overhead work.
• Ability to use power tools, welding equipment, and heavy shop tools.
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions.

Performance Expectations

Complete repairs and fabrication work that meet OEM and company standards.
Maintain high first time-fix accuracy and low rework rates.
Meet PM and repair turnaround time expectations.
Accurately diagnose issues and recommend cost-effective repair solutions.

Tools, Equipment & PPE

Proficient in the safe use of welding, fabrication, and shop equipment.
Company provides shop tools, welding equipment, and required PPE.
Employees responsible for maintaining personal tools (if applicable).

Certifications & Training

AWS welding certification (preferred).
DOT or state trailer inspection certification (preferred).
Willingness to participate in ongoing technical and safety training.

Feeser's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualified women, minorities, and US military veterans are encouraged to apply.

Feeser's Food Distributors is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Trailer Welder