Welder – Day Shift

Job Summary

The positions within Welder I are responsible for interpreting blueprints, job cards, bill of materials, and routing sheets. The Welder must be able to handle complex blueprints involving several variables that vary by customized orders. The Welder must be able to work within precise limits and have experience in bench, MIG, and/or TIG welding (aluminum).

Monday – Thursday, four 10‑hour days 6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

• Set up and assemble various components for welding
• Weld out of position
• Set up machine for welding
• Weld aluminum components (bench, MIG, TIG)
• Drill and grind welds
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills
• Regular attendance required
• Communicate verbally with co‑workers to keep a safe working environment
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
• Apply measurements to parts and equipment
• Use and operate hand and power tools
• Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
• Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting
• Assist co‑workers with heavy lifting of parts
• Understand the differences in parts and tools

• 6 months or more of relevant experience OR high school diploma or equivalent education
• Previous welding experience
• Proficient in MIG welding as demonstrated by an on‑site weld skills test
• Welding/Metal Fabrication certificate, technical diploma or associate degree in related field (standout)
• Previous experience constructing large weldments
• Blueprint reading skills

• Perform all assigned tasks
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
• Follow instructions from supervisors and other co‑workers
• Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
• Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated
• Hear safety alarms and respond
• Detect heat when welding
• Perform measurement and counting tasks
• Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blueprints effectively
• Understand and identify safety issues
• Tolerate constant standing for the entire shift
• Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling for below‑waist work
• Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor while welding
• Maintain balance when climbing on a portable step
• Perform welding/assembling tasks while in awkward positions
• Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
• Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co‑workers with heavy lifting of parts
• Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively
• Remember task sequence and safety constraints

• Direct hire – hiring immediately
• Competitive pay: $21.32 per hour for the first 6 months, increasing to a minimum of $24.09 per hour
• Paid weekly
• Comprehensive benefits package effective 30 days after hire: medical, dental, vision, disability benefits, 401(k) plan with company match, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, paid time off
• Stock purchase program
• Discount programs for hotels, travel, entertainment, gym membership, and more
• Paid parental leave: two consecutive weeks at 60% of regular pay for birth or adoption
• Job stability and opportunities for career growth
• Hands‑on approach, customer focus, teamwork culture, respected leaders, people‑first culture
• 6‑week paid training program for aluminum welding at Tennessee College of Applied Technology – Murfreesboro before beginning on‑the‑job training

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit‑based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic.