Welder (Days M-F 6am-4:30pm)

AAON; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AAON in Memphis, TN is seeking a welder to perform routine welding on HVAC units in accordance with blueprints and company standards. Responsibilities include setting up welding equipment, inspecting welds, and using various hand and power tools.

The role emphasizes TPM, safety procedures, and the ability to work in a team environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1–3 years of welding experience; welding certifications are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1–3 years of welding experience.
• Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Welding certifications preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and weld symbols.
• Ability to set up, adjust and maintain welding machines.
• Must pass a welding certification test.
• Ability to communicate professionally and work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Executes routine welding tasks on HVAC units.
• Set up and maintain welding machines (tip, liner, etc.).
• Weld vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
• Inspect welds for cracks, burn-through and spatter.
• Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools; grind and clean as required.
• Stay current in TPM and basic mechanical adjustments on equipment.
• Follow hazardous waste disposal program and fire prevention procedures.

Skills

Tape measure usage

Reading blueprints and weld symbols

Welding certification (preferred)

Teamwork

Welding test qualification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Perform routine welding work on HVAC units according to blueprints, company standards and applicable standards to meet inspection criteria in accordance with defined requirements.

• Executes routine welding tasks on HVAC units.
• Ability to set up and maintain welding machine (tip, liner, changes, etc.) and weld vertical, horizontal, and overhead.
• Inspect welds for cracks, burn through and weld spatter.
• Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required.
• Grind and clean areas where required.
• Stay current in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and basic mechanical adjustments on all equipment as needed.
• Follow hazardous waste disposal program and fire prevention procedures.

Education And Experience Requirements

Highschool diploma or GED preferred.

1-3 years’ experience as a welder. Prior work experience with Lean Manufacturing processes preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Welding Certifications preferred but not required
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, as well as weld symbols.
• Process knowledge and experience to set up, adjust, and maintain welding machines.
• Ability to communicate professionally and follow directions.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to pass the required welding certification test.

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

• Frequent exposure to manufacturing facilities with seasonal hot and cold temperatures, dust, and some chemical fume exposure.
• Ability to stand comfortably for prolonged periods of time, as much as 95% of the workday.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Disclaimer

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at a time with or without notice. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions that the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional functions. The company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily. If requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship.