Heavy-Duty Trailer Technician and Fabricator Shop

At Hi-Way Paving we are general contractors in the construction field that specialize in significant amounts of concrete paving storm drainage and excavation on highways and airfields.

We are seeking an experienced Heavy-Duty Trailer Technician & Fabricator to join our shop team. This role is responsible for diagnosing repairing maintaining and fabricating heavy-duty trailers shop equipment and batch plant equipment. The ideal candidate is mechanically strong fabrication-capable safety-focused and able to take a project from concept through completion.

This position will be based in Charlotte North Carolina.

What Youll Do:

• Diagnose inspect repair and maintain heavy-duty trailers including flatbeds lowboys dump trailers and other commercial units
• Perform repairs and maintenance on shop equipment and batch plant equipment including mechanical structural hydraulic and air systems
• Complete structural repairs and custom fabrication using MIG welding cutting fitting and assembly techniques
• Develop and translate concepts sketches and blueprints into fabricated components and fully functioning equipment
• Plan fabrication steps and execute custom builds and repairs from start to finish
• Repair or replace suspension systems axles brakes air systems landing gear frames and related components
• Conduct preventive maintenance and safety inspections on trailers and plant equipment
• Read and interpret blueprints schematics and work orders
• Operate shop tools and equipment safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean organized and safe work area
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures

What We Look For:

Preferred Experience

• Experience repairing and maintaining heavy-duty trailers shop equipment and/or batch plant or industrial equipment
• Strong welding and fabrication skills including MIG welding (TIG a plus) with experience working in structural steel and aluminum
• Ability to fabricate modify and install metal components accurately from concepts sketches or blueprints
• Solid understanding of air brake systems suspension systems axles and general mechanical troubleshooting
• Working knowledge of hydraulic systems including basic diagnostics and repairs
• Ability to independently plan and execute fabrication or repair projects from start to finish
• Experience operating forklifts or heavy equipment
• DOT inspection certification preferred
• Owns basic hand tools (specialty tools provided by the shop)

Requirements

• Ability to gain clearance for restricted/high-security zones (e.g. airport AOA military bases).
• Valid drivers license CDL preferred.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs. climb walk kneel squat push pull and enter confined spaces.
• If applicable indicate union affiliation in your application.
• Must be at least 18 years old to meet job-site safety and labor requirements.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Career growth and development in the growing and essential construction industry.
• A commitment to excellence and professionalism through building and supporting high-performing teams.
• An open inclusive and innovative family-owned business environment focused on training and safety for all employees.

About Hi-Way Paving:

Hi-Way Paving Inc. is a general contractor in the heavy/civil construction space focusing on projects involving significant amounts of concrete paving on airfields.

We operate in several southeastern and midwestern states with current job sites in Tennessee and North Carolina as well as corporate/back-office operations in Ohio (our headquarters) and remote locations. We perform most of our work and services as a prime contractor but occasionally serve as a subcontractor on principal contracts with federal state and other governmental agencies as well as private owners.

At Hi-Way we are doers innovators and leaders in concrete paving and construction technology. Were proud of our people our work and our quality. As a team member youll have the opportunity to build your career in the growing and essential construction industry and work on a team consistently recognized as one of the best in the industry.

Hi-Way Paving Inc. is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building high-performing diverse and inclusive teams from the job site to our Dublin Ohio headquarters. Learn more about Equal Employment Opportunity through this legal overview and supplement.