Structural Welder – Growth & $2k Hiring Bonus

Elliott Equipment Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; Full time

Job description

WELDER/FITTER - $2,000 HIRING BONUS

Pay Range: $22-28 based on experience and skills.

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

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 documentationl>
• 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.