Structural Welder

Job Description

Structural Welder (Direct Hire)

Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Schedule

All new hires will complete a paid training and certification program on 1st shift before transitioning to a 2nd shift production schedule.

Training Schedule (6-12 Weeks)

• 1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
• Monday – Friday
• Overtime required as needed
• Candidates must be available for extended shifts during training

Post-Certification Schedule

• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
• Monday – Friday
• Regular 10-hour shifts and overtime as required
• Shift premium provided for 2nd shift employees

Compensation

• Starting Pay: $26.13/hour
• Certified Structural Welder Pay: $31.76/hour
• Potential Progression Rate:
  Up to $32.91/hour
• 2nd Shift Premium: $0.70/hour

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage after 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid major holidays following probationary period
• Career advancement opportunities through in-house certification programs

Position Summary

We are seeking skilled and motivated Structural Welders to join a leading manufacturer of heavy industrial equipment. This role is responsible for setting up, fitting, tacking, and welding ferrous and non-ferrous materials while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and workmanship. Successful candidates will complete company-sponsored certification training and become qualified to perform structural welding on large fabricated assemblies.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, fit, tack, and weld structural components and assemblies
• Read and interpret blueprints, complex drawings, and welding symbols
• Follow approved welding procedures and applicable welding codes
• Perform MIG/GMAW welding on structural steel components
• Cut, grind, fit, bend, and prepare materials for welding
• Inspect completed welds to ensure quality and code compliance
• Perform weld repairs, rework, and modifications as needed
• Clean and finish welds to required specifications
• Work collaboratively with team members to assemble large weldments
• Support quality inspections, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical welding training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• GMAW (MIG) welding certification or 3-5 years of equivalent welding experience
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and fabrication drawings
• Experience using measuring and layout tools such as calipers, squares, scales, and protractors
• Ability to pass company welding certification requirements
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Must meet U.S. Person requirements in accordance with ITAR regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience welding large structural steel or heavy industrial equipment
• Structural welding experience at the 400-level or equivalent skill level
• Experience welding with stainless steel filler materials
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing or heavy fabrication environment
• Familiarity with AWS or other industry welding standards

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting
• Ability to work in a manufacturing and welding environment
• Ability to safely handle welding equipment, tools, and materials
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)

Interview Process

• On-site welding assessment required
• Written welding evaluation (approximately 20 minutes)
• Practical welding test (approximately 1 hour)
• Interview with manufacturing leadership and welding personnel
• Welding test results typically provided within 24 hours

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for welders looking to build a long-term career with a stable employer that offers paid training, in-house certification, competitive wages, shift premiums, strong benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a high-quality manufacturing…