Vehicle Body Builder
About this job
Modern Truck and Trailer repairs are Melbourne’s first call after an accident. With a professional team capable and skilled in everything from chassis and trailer straightening to paint and bodywork, trust your truck to the experts. Family run and conveniently located in Laverton North VIC, trust the business who have been making repairs since 1954.
We are currently seeking experienced and qualified Vehicle Body Builder to join our team.
Responsibilities: In general, the employee is required to perform tasks in collision damaged trucks and trailers
Detailed Tasks/Duties:
- Read and interpret job orders given by the workshop manager. These includes:
- Construct truck body framework sections in metal, wood, fibreglass and other materials using shaping machines and cutting and welding equipment.
- Set up and operate welding equipment to complete welding tasks
- Cut, roll, shape, mould, spin, heat or hammer metal products to fabricate parts
- Bolt, screw, rivet and weld sections together to build complete frameworks
- Attach panels to framework using appropriate equipment
- Replace or repair non engine vehicle parts
- Finish products by cleaning, polishing, filing or bathing them in acidic solutions
- Measure quality of fabricated parts or sub-assemblies
- Mark out metal stock with reference points and lines and make templates
Skills Required:
- Competent in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
- Welding
- Fabrication
Salary range is $75,000 - $85,000pa commensurate with skills and experience
Full-time Position available
Applications open on 12th November 2026 and closes on 12th December 2026
If you are interested in this role, APPLY now. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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