Welder Apprentice

Welder Apprentice

Glendale, AZ

Help us help others live a better life.

Fleming Trailers is seeking an entry-level Welder Apprentice to join our team in Glendale, AZ. This role is designed for individuals with mechanical aptitude who are interested in learning MIG welding and fabrication in a production environment. The Welder Apprentice will support experienced welders and fabricators while developing hands-on skills and shop knowledge.

Fleming Trailers is part of Handi Products, a privately held, growing organization that helps people live a better life through products in the wheelchair accessibility, material handling, and slip and fall prevention arenas. Our national teams work closely with customers to deliver custom, practical solutions for industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential needs.

Our Mission

“We help people live a better life by delivering personal, high-quality, cost-effective solutions.”

What You’ll Do

• Assist with MIG welding and fabrication of trailers and ramps in a production environment
• Learn basic welding techniques, shop practices, and safety procedures
• Support material preparation including cutting, grinding, and cleaning
• Assist with assembly of trailer components and general shop tasks
• Operate hand tools and basic shop equipment safely
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Follow direction from supervisors and experienced welders
• Other duties may be assigned as business needs evolve

What You Bring

• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn welding and fabrication skills
• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Ability to work in a production shop environment
• Ability to lift materials and stand for extended periods
• Strong reliability, work ethic, and attention to detail
• Willingness to be trained on forklifts and shop equipment

Preferred

• Previous experience in a shop or manufacturing environment

Our C.I.T.E. Values

We look for team members who align with our core values:

• Customer Focus – Understanding how our craftsmanship impacts the end user
• Integrity – Doing the right thing, even when no one is watching
• Teamwork – Supporting one another and taking pride in shared success
• Effective & Efficient Processes – Working smart, safely, and continuously improving how we build

Work Schedule

• Regular 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday – Friday

Pay & Benefits

• $16–$18 per hour, depending on experience
• Monday–Friday day shift
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• Stability: Arizona’s largest manufacturer of quality-constructed, commercial, and custom heavy equipment trailers since 1973
• Growth Opportunities: Learn welding and fabrication skills in a hands-on production environment
• Continuous Improvement Culture: Optional 90-day improvement reviews to support skill development
• Supportive Leadership: Open-door management that values ideas and feedback
• Respectful Workplace: A culture built on accountability, responsiveness, and teamwork

Additional Information

Our employees drive our culture. No two days are the same; we’re dynamic and full of passionate teams embracing new ideas through our collaborative spirit. At Fleming Trailers / Handi Products, what makes you unique, makes us better.

Fleming Trailers / Handi Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All candidates are subject to work history reference and criminal background checks.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you possess mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn welding and fabrication skills?
• Are you able to use basic hand tools?
• Do you have the ability to work in a production shop environment?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person