Experienced Welder / Technician – New Brighton, MN

If you are a skilled welder who is serious about your craft and wants to work on specialized tanker trailers at one of the most respected shops in the Midwest, Universal Truck Service is hiring.

Who We Are

Universal Truck Service is a family-owned company that has been built on the belief that great service and quality are not a thing of the past. Founded in 2000 with a small shop in New Brighton, Universal Truck Service has grown into a multi-location operation covering heavy-duty truck repair, tanker and trailer services, body work, and commercial truck sales. Our New Brighton Tanker and Trailer Division is home to some of the most specialized work in the industry - and this Welder / Technician role sits at the center of it.

A Day in the Life

As a Welder / Technician at Universal Truck Service, roughly 30% of your time is spent on precision welding - TIG and MIG in all positions on stainless steel and aluminum - and the remaining 70% is mechanical work on tanker trailers. You will work on petroleum, chemical, pneumatic, asphalt, and non-code trailers. Universal Truck Service is willing to train the mechanical side for the right welder. If you are precise, capable of becoming weld-certified through x-ray examination, and ready to expand your skill set, this is your role.

What You'll Do

• Perform TIG and MIG welds in all positions on stainless steel and aluminum
• Set up welds and work toward x-ray examination certification on code barrels
• Perform mechanical repairs on tanker trailers including air disc and drum brakes
• Service electrical systems, valving, venting, and overfill systems
• Work on air and spring suspensions, hydraulic systems, and pump systems
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Schedule

Full-time. Work-life balance is a core value at Universal Truck Service.

What You Bring

• Proven experience with TIG and MIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum in all positions
• Ability to set up and perform weld tests at time of interview
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn tanker trailer systems
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Valid driver's license

What You Get

• $25–$35/hr depending on experience
• $3,000 sign-on bonus
• $1000- $1,500 performance bonus every 90 days (80% of team members hit it)
• $300 tool and boot bonus every 90 days
• Medical, Dental, and Disability Insurance
• 401K with company match
• PTO accrual and Paid Holidays
• Tool and toolbox program with 2-year commitment
• Work-life balance
• Solid company culture - birthday recognition, team BBQs, holiday events and more

Ready to Join the Team?

Click to fill out our 3-minute application and a member of the Universal Truck Service team will be in touch within 24–48 hours. Note: A weld test on stainless steel and aluminum will be conducted at the time of interview.