Heavy Weldment Fabrication Welder

HRU; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Pay progression tied to certification

Job summary

HRU is seeking a skilled welder for the 2nd shift to assemble large, high-integrity structures. You will read complex prints, set up welds, and ensure quality meets WPS and code requirements.

Responsibilities include welding ferrous and nonferrous parts, inspecting to pass first-time quality, and working with teammates on large components safely. Certification progression drives pay growth and shift premiums.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to high school plus specialized welding instruction.
• GMAW certification or 3–5 years of equivalent welding experience.
• Ability to qualify/certify for 400-level structural welding.
• Strong blueprint, drawing, and weld symbol literacy.
• Competence in shop math and dimensional measurement.
• Experience with fabrication tools: protractors, scales, squares, calipers.

Responsibilities

• Set up, fit, tack, and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials to WPS.
• Apply welding codes to deliver structural, dimensional, and aesthetic compliance.
• Interpret weld inspection criteria and execute to pass the first time.
• Cut, grind, fit, and bend parts to assemble complex weldments.
• Clean, finish, and deburr to meet customer and code requirements.
• Perform tests and inspections; complete rework and approved repairs as needed.
• Salvage and rebuild components per direction.
• Work with teammates to assemble and weld large components safely.

Skills

GMAW certification

Welding experience

Blueprint literacy

Weld symbol literacy

Shop math

Dimensional measurement

Education

High school + welding instruction

Tools

Protractors

Calipers

Squares

Scales

Job description

Are you the welder who owns code-quality work on big builds?If you thrive on tackling large structural assemblies, reading complex prints, and hitting code-level quality every time, this 2nd shift role is for you.Why this roleHands-on impact building large, high-integrity structures.Clear pay progression tied to certification.Collaborative team culture with strong quality focus.Pay & scheduleShift: 2nd ShiftCertification/Training: Complete certification on 1st Shift, then transition to 2ndShift Premium: $0.70/hour for 2nd ShiftStarting Rate: $26.13/hourCertified Rate: $31.76/hourMaximum Rate: Up to $32.91/hourWhat you’ll tackleSet up, fit, tack, and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials to WPS.Apply welding codes to deliver structural, dimensional, and aesthetic compliance.Interpret weld inspection criteria and execute to pass the first time.Cut, grind, fit, and bend parts to assemble complex weldments.Clean, finish, and deburr to meet customer and code requirements.Perform tests and inspections; complete rework and approved repairs as needed.Salvage and rebuild components per direction.Work with teammates to assemble and weld large components safely.Must-havesEducation equivalent to high school plus specialized welding instruction.GMAW certification or 3–5 years of equivalent welding experience.Ability to qualify/certify for 400-level structural welding.Strong blueprint, drawing, and weld symbol literacy.Competence in shop math and dimensional measurement.Experience with fabrication tools: protractors, scales, squares, calipers, etc.Capable of passing welding tests aligned to standards, including AWS, ISO, MIL-STD, international welding standards, and ASNT requirements.Meets ITAR/U.S. Person requirements.Nice-to-havesExperience welding large or heavy industrial equipment.Large weldment and structural fabrication background.Proficiency with stainless steel filler metal and related equipment.ProficienciesGD&TTroubleshooting SkillsSolderingOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)Tape Measure ReadingWelding Setups for ProductionVehicle & Fleet WeldingBlueprint ReadingEquipment & processesMIG WelderTIG WelderStick WelderFlux-Cored Arc WelderQuality & codes mindsetYou will routinely reference WPS, apply inspection criteria, and work to applicable codes to ensure weld integrity, dimensional accuracy, and clean finish.Compliance & Equal OpportunityITAR compliance requires U.S. Person status.HRU is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)