The 1776 Companies team
Careers

Careers at 1776 Companies

Five shops. One crew. We're looking for mechanics, welders, and team members who care about doing the job right.

Why 1776

A shop worth
showing up to.

We started 1776 because there weren't enough shops with honest work, good tools, and a team that had each other's back. So we built one.

01

Health, Dental, Vision

Coverage starts on day 60. We pay a big part of it.

02

Paid Time Off

Time off that grows the longer you stay. Real days off.

03

Tool & Boot Money

Money each year to keep your tools and boots in shape.

04

Training & Certs

We pay for your training. Learn while you earn.

05

Crew First

Day shift. Weekends off. No 2 AM phone calls.

06

Real Trucks. Real Work.

Love wrenching? You'll never run out of cool jobs here.

Open Roles

Now Hiring

Don't see your role? Apply anyway. Good people always have a place here.

Big RigFull-Time

CDL Driver

[Loc] Chancellor, SD
  • Run regional and local freight in clean, well-kept rigs
  • Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record
  • Home most nights. Paid by the mile or hour, your call.
Kustoms & ServiceFull-Time

Body Shop Paint Technician

[Loc] Chancellor, SD
  • Prep, prime, and lay color on collision and custom work
  • Know your way around a downdraft booth and a spray gun
  • Top-tier pay for techs who care about a clean finish
Heavy Duty Diesel & AgFull-Time

Diesel Mechanic

[Loc] Chancellor, SD
  • Service Cummins, Powerstroke, Duramax, and Class 8 rigs
  • Diagnostics, drivetrain, brakes, the full job
  • Day shift, paid OT, real tools, real pay
Kustoms & ServiceFull-Time

Painter

[Loc] Chancellor, SD
  • Auto and custom paint work, single-stage to full custom
  • Color matching, blending, and cut-and-buff finishing
  • Work alongside fabricators on one-of-one builds
Big RigFull-Time

Dispatcher

[Loc] Chancellor, SD
  • Coordinate loads, drivers, and customer pickups
  • Keep the board moving and the phones answered
  • Steady pay plus performance bonus
Any ShopFull-Time

Office Position

[Loc] Chancellor, SD
  • Front desk, billing, scheduling, and customer support
  • Organized, friendly, and quick on a keyboard
  • Day shift, weekends off, real team behind you
// Questions

Straight
answers.

Hours, benefits, remote options, the hiring process, the basics. If your question's not here, call the shop and ask.

[Call] (605) 221-8492
What are the shop hours and shift schedule?+

All shops run a Monday through Friday day shift, typically 7 AM to 5 PM. No nights, no weekends, no 2 AM call-outs. Overtime is paid after 40 hours, never required.

What benefits do you offer?+

Health, dental, and vision starting day 60, with 1776 covering a large share of the premium. Paid time off that grows with tenure, paid holidays, an annual tool and boot allowance for techs, and paid training and certifications.

Are any roles remote or hybrid?+

No. Every role here is hands-on and on-site in Chancellor, SD. If you're wrenching, welding, writing service, or talking to customers, you need to be in the shop.

Do you offer relocation help?+

For experienced techs and the right fit, yes. Tell us your situation in the application and we'll talk through it.

What's the hiring process look like?+

1. Apply through the form below. 2. A real person reads it, usually within a few business days. 3. Quick phone call to talk through the role. 4. In-person shop visit so you can meet the crew and see the bay. 5. Offer, start date, and tools-in-hand on day one.

How long does the hiring process take?+

Most hires move from applied to offer in one to two weeks. We're not slow, but we also won't rush the wrong person into the wrong seat.

Do I need certifications or formal training?+

Depends on the role. Techs benefit from ASE, DOT, or manufacturer certs, but real bay experience counts more. For apprentices and lube techs, no experience is required, just the right attitude. We pay for the training that takes you to the next level.

What if my role isn't listed?+

Apply anyway. Select 'Other / Open Application' in the position dropdown and tell us what you do. Good people always have a place here.

Apply

Drop your
info.

Real person reads every application. We'll get back to you within a few business days, usually sooner.

Prefer the old way? Stop in at 500 Railway Ave, Chancellor, SD, or call (605) 221-8492.

// Application

Join the Crew

No spam. No bots. A real person reviews every application.