S2W Program Spring 2027 - Welder Apprentice

Oshkosh AeroTech, LLC; McConnellsburg (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a skilled welder for our McConnellsburg, PA production team. You will set up welding equipment, read blueprints, and weld components in multiple positions to meet quality standards. The role requires completing a weld class and passing the Welder Qualification test.

We value safety and a clean, organized workspace. You will train across production areas as needed and contribute to a collaborative, on-site team environment.

Qualifications

• Must pass Welder Qualification test and recertify as required by program guidelines.
• Must have completed a weld class / curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Adjust welding machine settings to proper weld configurations.
• Use grinders, needle guns, wire wheels and similar tools for finishing welds.
• Heat and form metal parts with hand tools, torch or welding equipment.
• Weld components in flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead positions.
• Read measuring devices accurately and interpret blueprints.
• Assemble and weld metal parts as required.
• Position materials to be welded correctly.
• Participate in multi-area production as needed by demand.
• Follow written and verbal work instructions and blueprints.
• Maintain safety, 6S standards, and a clean work environment.
• Work well in both team and individual settings.
• Attend work regularly and fulfill all duties assigned.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Quality compliance

Teamwork

Education

Welding class completed

Welder qualification/test

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Adjust welding machine settings to proper weld configurations
• Use tools such as grinders, needle guns, wire wheels, etc. for cleanliness of finished welds
• Heats and forms metal parts and components using hand tools, torch, or welding equipment
• Welds components in flat, horizontal, vertical or overhead positions
• Accurately operate and read measuring devices
• Assemble and weld various metal parts together
• Properly position material/parts to be welded
• Train and work in various areas of production in response to production demands
• Follow verbal and written work instructions including ability to read blueprints
• Attention to detail necessary to adhere to quality standards
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment in compliance with safety procedures, rules, and proper 6S standards
• Work in both team and individual settings
• Regular attendance required
• All other duties and responsibilities that are assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must receive a passing score on the Welder Qualification test and recertify skills as required by program guidelines
• Must have completed a weld class / curriculum

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 at [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.