Structural Welder

Hru Tech; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 3,600,000 - 4,534,000; Full time

Job summary

HRU is seeking a Structural Welder for 2nd shift to set up, fit, tack, and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials to exacting standards. You will follow Welding Procedure Specifications and ensure workmanship meets quality and inspection criteria.

Ideal candidates will hold a GMAW certification or have 3–5 years of welding experience, read complex drawings, and pass required tests while adhering to ITAR/U.S. Person requirements.

Qualifications

• GMAW certification or 3–5 years welding experience.
• Must qualify/certify for 400-level structural welding.
• Able to read and interpret complex drawings, blueprints and welding symbols.
• Working knowledge of shop mathematics and dimensional measurement.
• Able to pass welding tests and certifications (AWS/ISO/MIL-STD/ASNT).
• Must meet ITAR/U.S. Person requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set up, fit, tack, and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials.
• Read, understand, and follow Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Perform welding in compliance with welding codes and quality standards.
• Produce welds that meet structural, dimensional, and aesthetic requirements.
• Interpret and apply weld inspection criteria.
• Cut, grind, fit, and bend components as required for weldment assembly.
• Clean, finish, and deburr welds to meet customer requirements.
• Work collaboratively with team members to assemble and weld large components.
• Perform testing and inspection of welds to ensure quality requirements are met.

Skills

GMAW certification

400-level structural welding

Blueprints & welding symbols

Shop math & dimensional measurement

Welding tests & certifications (AWS/IS

Education

High school diploma with welding instruction

Tools

Protractors

Scales

Squares

Calipers

Job description

Structural Welder — 2nd Shift

Schedule

• Shift: 2nd Shift
• Certification/Training: Certification will be completed on 1st Shift
• Shift Premium: $0.70/hour for 2nd Shift
• ITAR Requirement: Candidates must meet U.S. Person requirements
• Candidates must have the skills and experience necessary to certify as a 400-level Structural Welder

Compensation

• Starting Rate: $26.13/hour
• Certified Rate: $31.76/hour
• Maximum Rate: Up to $32.91/hour
• 2nd Shift Premium: Additional $0.70/hour

Job Summary

The Structural Welder is responsible for setting up, fitting, tacking, and welding ferrous and nonferrous materials in accordance with applicable welding procedures, specifications, and codes. This position requires a strong focus on weld quality, structural integrity, and aesthetic appearance.

The role involves working collaboratively with other team members to assemble and weld large components while ensuring all completed work meets applicable quality and inspection requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, fit, tack, and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials.
• Read, understand, and follow applicable Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
• Perform welding in compliance with applicable welding codes and quality standards.
• Produce welds that meet structural, dimensional, and aesthetic requirements.
• Interpret and apply applicable weld inspection criteria.
• Cut, grind, fit, and bend components as required for weldment assembly.
• Clean, finish, and deburr welds to meet customer requirements and applicable welding codes.
• Work collaboratively with team members to assemble and weld large components.
• Perform testing and inspection of welds to ensure quality requirements are met.

  Minimum Qualifications

  • Technical welding training equivalent to a high school education plus specialized welding instruction.
  • GMAW certification or 3–5 years of equivalent welding experience.
  • Ability to qualify/certify for 400-level structural welding requirements.
  • Ability to read and interpret complex drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols.
  • Working knowledge of shop mathematics and dimensional measurement.
  • Experience using welding and fabrication tools, including protractors, scales, squares, calipers, and related equipment.
  • Ability to pass required welding tests and certifications associated with applicable standards, which may include:
  • AWS
  • ISO
  • MIL-STD
  • International welding standards
  • ASNT requirements
  • Must meet applicable ITAR/U.S. Person requirements .

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience welding large or heavy industrial equipment .
  • Experience with structural fabrication and large weldments.
  • Experience welding with stainless steel filler metal and associated equipment.

  HRU is an EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)