Weld Helper | RDM D Shift (Fri-Sun 5PM-5AM)

AAON, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Healthcare insurance & Health Savings

Job summary

AAON, Inc. is seeking a welding helper to support Welder I and Welder II in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. You will prepare pieces, set up tools, and assist with welding tasks while maintaining safety and organization on the shop floor.

Starting pay is competitive and may be higher based on experience, with a pay range of $17.28–$25.91 per hour and opportunities for growth within the team. This position involves lifting up to 50 lbs and standing for most shifts, with potential seasonal

Qualifications

• Effective written and spoken communication.
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
• Strong decision making and analytical problem solving abilities.
• Good multi-tasking and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a team and in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic safety awareness and following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Welder I and Welder II in welding tasks as directed.
• Prepare workpieces by cleaning, grinding, and scraping.
• Set up welding equipment and tools under supervision.
• Handle and store welding materials and equipment properly.
• Operate power tools and hand tools under guidance.
• Read and interpret basic welding blueprints and instructions.
• Assist in tack welding components for final welds.
• Support welding staff in maintaining a safe, clean work environment.
• Learn and follow safety procedures at all times.
• Assist in training and mentoring new helpers as needed.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Power tools

Education

None specified

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Starting Pay: $21.50/hour, with the opportunity for a higher starting rate based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists Welder I and Welder II in various welding tasks as directed.
• Prepares workpieces for welding by cleaning, grinding, and scraping as necessary.
• Helps set up welding equipment and tools under supervision.
• Handles and stores welding materials and equipment properly.
• Operates power tools and hand tools under guidance.
• Reads and interprets basic welding blueprints and instructions.
• Assists in tack welding components together for final welding.
• Supports Welder I and Welder II in maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
• Learns and follows safety procedures and guidelines at all times.
• Assists in training and mentoring new helpers as needed.

Essential Mental Functions

• Communicates effectively in written and spoken form.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal relationship skills.
• Exhibits good decision making and analytical problem solving abilities.
• Demonstrates strong multi-tasking capabilities and organizational skills.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Works effectively in a fast-paced high-pressure environment.

Essential Physical Functions

• Lift up to 50lbs.
• Sit or stand for up to 95 percent of work hours.
• Periodic visits to the manufacturing facility with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure.

Benefits and Compensation Summary

We offer competitive compensation and robust benefits to all full-time team members, including:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Healthcare insurance & Health Savings Accounts
• Profit sharing or Annual Incentive Plan
• Bonus Premium
• 401(k) plan

Pay Range: $17.28 - $25.91

At AAON and BASX, we’re driven by a shared commitment to innovation, performance, and sustainability. Since 1988, AAON has been at the forefront of the HVAC industry, delivering cutting-edge solutions for commercial and industrial indoor environments. Since joining forces with AAON in 2021, BASX has built on that foundation with highly engineered, custom solutions for critical environments—including cleanrooms, data centers, and laboratories—where precision and reliability matter most. Together, we design and manufacture highly configurable systems tailored to each application, ensuring our customers achieve exceptional efficiency, performance, and long-term value. Join us in shaping smarter, more sustainable environments for the future.