Welder C - 1st Shift ($20.35+ per hr to start)

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Welder to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for assembling parts, setting up for welding, and ensuring a safe workspace. The company prides itself on its commitment to quality and teamwork, offering competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. With opportunities for career growth and a supportive work culture, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their skills in a hands-on environment. Join a team where your contributions matter and help create high-quality communication vehicles that make an impact.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Merit increases

Comprehensive Benefit Package

401k plan & company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Proficient in MIG welding on steel and aluminum with demonstrated skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematic diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts together and set up for the welding process.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

MIG welding

Communication

Blueprint reading

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical school certification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Crane/hoist

Job description

Welder C - 1st Shift ($20.35+ per hr to start)

Job Description

About Frontline, an Oshkosh company

Frontline Communications, a division of Pierce Manufacturing, has been the leading custom communications vehicle manufacturer since 1985 and has built over 2,500 highly customized vehicles for this industry. Our team members design and manufacture high-quality, reliable broadcast and communications vehicles for electronic news gathering, satellite uplink, field production, bonded cellular Live&Drive, and weather reporting applications without the use of subcontractors, all under one roof.

With a career at Frontline Communications, you can expect:

• Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education
• Eligible for Merit increases at 90 days, 12 months, and then annually
• Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays (effective after 30 days)
• Job Stability
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Hands-On Approach
• Customer Focus
• Culture for Fostering Teamwork
• Respected Leaders
• People First Culture

Summary of Job Description

The positions within a Welder are responsible for assembling parts together. The employee sets up various parts for the welding process such as drilling, grinding, and welding. The employee must be able to weld sheet metal and read blue prints and schematic diagrams, while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Functions

• Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
• Understand and review work orders, diagrams, check lists, and blue prints
• Set up parts for the welding process
• Grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld and/or sub welds. May also assemble parts.
• Weld sheet metal materials
• Apply measurements to parts and equipment
• Use and operate hand and power tools
• Ability to lift up to 35lbs; >35 lbs requires two team members, and >59 lbs requires a lift device.
• Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting
• Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
• Understand the differences in parts and tools
• Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record
• Work overtime as needed
• Sweep and clean shop area
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions

*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.

• Install hose and cord reels and generators*
• Mounting of parts*
• Retrieve parts from outside*
• Participate in rotating jobs
• Assist in training new employee

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma/GED or 6 months of related work experience
• Proficient in MIG welding on steel and aluminum as demonstrated by an on-site weld skills test

• Preferred Qualifications
• Technical school certification in related field.
• Certified in operation of break and shear.

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 by email [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.