Welder - 2nd Shift

About the role

Join our welding team and make your mark! Be the spark behind the strongest trucks on the road.

Location

Location: Riverside, CA

Pay

Pay: $21.00/hr to $29.04/hr depending on experience

Your Impact

You’ll expertly operate welding equipment to fuse aluminum, steel, and galvanneal components that form the backbone of our truck bodies. Your precision and skill ensure every truck we build is tough, durable, and ready to hit the road.

What a Day in Your Life Looks Like

• Blueprint Interpretation: Master the art of reading and interpreting blueprints to weld metals with pinpoint precision-delivering exactly what customers and the company demand
• Heavy Equipment Operation: Take control of heavy equipment like saws to expertly prepare materials, powering the build process with skill and safety
• Machine Setup & Maintenance: Own machine setup and preventative maintenance to keep production running smoothly and efficiently without a hitch
• Quality Inspection: Sharpen your eye to inspect every weld for defects and flaws—ensuring every piece meets top-tier quality standards
• Welding Techniques & Certification: Expand your expertise by learning and applying multiple welding methods, earning certifications that set you apart as a true pro
• Safety & Quality Compliance: Lead the way with rigorous safety and quality checks, guaranteeing flawless results every time

What You Bring to the Table

• Weld Test Proficiency: Must successfully pass a weld test to demonstrate skill and quality
• Material Expertise: Proficient in welding mild steel and galvanneal materials
• Experience & Training: Minimum of 6 months welding experience or completion of welding school training
• Technical Skills: Solid grasp of basic math, tape measurement, and computer skills essential for precision
• Tool Handling: Basic experience with hand tools to support welding tasks
• Measurement Understanding: Able to accurately understand and apply measurements on the job
• Blueprint Literacy: Competent in reading and interpreting blueprints for specialized welding applications

Education

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED required

Age Requirement

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older

What Sets You Apart

Previous experience in manufacturing

Previous experience working on truck bodies

Physical Requirements

• In this hands-on role, you'll be on your feet—standing for extended periods, walking, and using your hands to operate tools and equipment with precision
• Regularly required to talk and listen as part of a safety-focused, team-driven environment
• Lift up to 35 pounds and perform physical movements like bending, squatting, reaching overhead, and occasionally crawling in tight spaces
• Repetitive hand tasks and climbing ladders or working at heights are part of the role

Why Morgan?

With over 70 years leading the truck body industry, Morgan Truck Body is where innovation meets tradition. From electric vehicles to custom refrigerated units, we build it all - and we do it with passion and precision.

At Morgan Truck Body

• We offer: Competitive pay and full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life)
• We offer: 401(k) with company match - because your future matters
• We offer: Tuition reimbursement and leadership development to boost your career
• We offer: Paid holidays and vacation time - we know balance is key
• We offer: Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear- because we care about your safety

What Drives Us at Morgan

• We celebrate people - the makers, thinkers, and problem-solvers who drive our success every day
• We lead with integrity - honesty, accountability, and respect guide every decision
• We deliver results - showing up, stepping up, and getting it done
• We work with passion - bringing energy, innovation, and pride to every product that rolls out of our doors

At Morgan Truck Body

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind - regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.