3rd Shift Structural Welder/Fitter

Elliott Equipment Company; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3rd shift

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Elliott Equipment Company is seeking a skilled Welder/Fitter on the 3rd shift to build and finish welds for truck-mounted platforms and related equipment. You will interpret drawings, select appropriate wires and materials, and ensure welds meet customer specs.

Under direct supervision, you will handle weld prep, finish grinding, inspection, and documentation while maintaining safety and housekeeping. A high school diploma and welding test/certification are required, with 1 year of welding

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year welding experience preferred.
• Must pass internal welding test and certification.

Responsibilities

• Weld prep, welding, and finish operations per customer drawings and specs.
• Interpret weld symbols and requirements on mechanical drawings.
• Select appropriate wire and filler materials for steel alloys, aluminum, and exotic materials.
• Set up fixtures and welding parameters (amps, volts) and maintain fixturing.
• Use measuring instruments for process inspection and documentation.
• Maintain welding equipment and perform finish grinding operations.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards.
• Attend to other duties as assigned by the area supervisor.

Skills

MIG welding

Engineering drawings

Mathematics

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma

1 year welding experience

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

BUILD WHAT’S NEXT
Be Part of the Team Powering Infrastructure Forward

Elliott Equipment designs and manufactures truck-mounted aerial work platforms, boom truck cranes, and digger derricks that help crews work safer and more efficiently across utility, sign & lighting, construction, and governmental markets. With over 75 years of innovation, we are known for purpose-built equipment and long-term reliability.

As part of Stellar Industries, Elliott is proud to be a 100% employee-owned company. That ownership mindset drives our culture, our quality, and our commitment to continuous improvement.

What you can expect at Elliott:

• Meaningful work supporting critical infrastructure
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A lean, continuous-improvement environment
• Competitive pay and strong benefits

Build your career where ownership, pride, and performance come standard!

3rd Shift WELDER/FITTER - $2,000 HIRING BONUS
3rd Shift Hours: Mon - Thurs 8:00pm to 6:00am (OT scheduled as needed)
Pay Range: $22-28 based on experience and skills.

OVERALL SUMMARY

Under direct supervision - Responsible for various types of weld preparation, welding and weld finishing operations to manufacture product to customer drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Proficient in assigned welding techniques such as MIG welding
• Interpretation of mechanical drawings, including weld requirement symbols
• Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum, and some exotic materials
• Working knowledge of fixturing and weld set up parameters (amps, volts, etc.)
• Conventional and precision measuring instruments
• Process inspection, certification, and documentation
• Welding equipment maintenance
• Finish grinding applications using manual and power tools
• Regular Attendance and Punctuality
• Safety and Housekeeping
• Other duties as assigned by the area supervisor

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Individual must possess these knowledge’s, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Successful completion of an internal welding test, and the ability to achieve certification
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing
• Good math and measurement skills
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Able to bend, reach, push, pull and put parts into positions for welding.
• Able to lift 50-lbs. from a floor or bench level to a welding table or fixture.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma, or equivalent
• One year experience in various forms of welding, preferably in a job shop environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions

• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs frequently throughout the day, depending on work related circumstances.
• Must be able to lift objects from floor to above shoulder level and be able to lift from lying position on back overhead. Must be able to move objects/parts/tools and equipment from one area to another and one level to another.
• This position includes the following physical demands:
  • Extending and pulling the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while working with various tools as mentioned before.
  • Seizing, holding, rasping, turning, pulling, or otherwise working with hands and arms.
  • Using arms in such a way as pulling of tools, wrenches, parts, and equipment to complete the job.
  • Picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily (rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling).
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Ability to climb up and down trucks, steps, and ladders safety.

Elliott Equipment Company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetics, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected by law. All persons will be considered for employment based on their qualifications.