Welder - 1st Shift ($29.28/hr)

Pierce Manufacturing Job Opportunity

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Since 1913, we have evolved from building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineered pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road making a difference in people's lives every day. With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:

Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, starting rate $29.28 per hour

Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually

Comprehensive Benefit Package – available day 1

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships and so much more)

Relocation bonus of $2,500 when relocating from outside a 50-mile radius

Job Stability + Opportunities for Career Growth + Hands-On Approach + Customer Focus + Culture for Fostering Teamwork + Respected Leaders + People First Culture + Hiring Immediately

Shift Overview:

Openings are on 1st Shift

Shift times and overtime hours vary dependent on position, department, and location

1st Shift: Monday – Thursday, four 10-hour days, overtime worked at the end of shift and on Friday's and occasionally Saturday's

Summary of Job Description

The positions within a Welder are responsible for assembling parts together. The employee sets up various parts for the welding process such as drilling, grinding, and welding. The employee must be able to weld sheet metal. The employee must be able to read blueprints and schematic diagrams. They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Functions

• Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
• Understand and review work orders, diagrams, check lists, and blueprints
• Set up parts for the welding process
• Grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld and/or sub welds. May also assemble parts.
• Weld sheet metal materials
• 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
• Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record
• Work overtime as needed
• Sweep and clean shop area
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions

These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.

• Install hose and cord reels and generators
• Mounting of parts
• Retrieve parts from outside
• Participate in rotating jobs
• Assist in training new employee

Basic Qualifications

1 or more years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent. Previous welding experience. Ability to obtain a certificate in Sheet Welding with Pierce Manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications to Complete Essential Functions

Associate's degree in Welding or Certified Welder. Previous experience welding at Pierce Manufacturing.

Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions

All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.

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 by the task or environment

Hear safety alarms and other co-workers

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

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.

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.