Certified Welder

Oshkosh AeroTech, LLC; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading provider of aviation ground support products as a Certified Welder. In this hands-on role, you'll work with various components to ensure safety and precision in airport systems. You'll be part of a dedicated team, focused on quality and compliance while enjoying a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefit Package - Available Day 1

401K plan with company match

Qualifications

• Current weld certification and ability to pass a weld test.
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Weld components and subassemblies using proper processes.
• Interpret weld and assembly blueprints with accuracy.
• Conduct self-inspections to ensure quality.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Basic Computer Literacy

Education

Welding Certification

Job description

About Oshkosh AeroTech, an Oshkosh company

Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people’s lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO, JetAire, JetPower, AmpTekÔ, Jetway, and more.

As a Certified Welder at Oshkosh AeroTech, you’ll do more than join metal - you’ll help build the systems that keep airports running safely around the world. This role is hands-on, technical, and detail-driven. You’ll work with a variety of subassemblies and components, supporting both production and repair work across multiple product lines. From reading blueprints to closing out work orders, you’ll be part of a team that values precision, safety, and pride in every weld.

YOUR IMPACT

• Weld components and subassemblies using proper welding processes and specifications using GMAW-P processes.
• Interpret weld and assembly blueprints with accuracy.
• Prepare and complete all required documentation, including work order closures in MRP.
• Perform tack welding and full welding across a variety of assemblies.
• Conduct self-inspections to ensure quality and compliance with standards.
• Identify, track and help resolve issues during the assembly process.
• Support training efforts by assisting new team members as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current weld certification and ability to pass a weld test to assess skills (Vertical-Up T-Joint welds, Flat V-Groove welds, various 14-gauge welds, etc.).
• Ability to read and comprehend work instructions and blueprints.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide using whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16”.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check, drug test, and hearing test.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior welding experience or completion of a certified welding program.
• Familiarity with Styleine, TeamCenter or similar systems.
• Ability to obtain forklift or crane certifications.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Our welders work in a dynamic, hands-on environment that requires standing, lifting and regular movement throughout their shift. You’ll work with a variety of parts, tools and machinery to assemble and finish high quality airport systems. This role required lifting up to 35lbs and involves physical activity such as standing, reaching and crouching throughout the day. Welding certifications and safety awareness are key components of this position.

WHY OSHKOSH AEROTECH?

At our Ogden facility, we’re proud to support airport systems used around the world. Our people take pride in the work they do - and in the teams they do it with. From your first shift to your next opportunity, we focus on building a workplace rooted in respect, stability, and growth.

We offer our full-time employees an outstanding range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Benefit Package - Available Day 1
• 401K plan with company match

We put people first. We do the right thing. We persevere. We are better together.

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 [e-mail].

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. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.