Welder/Fabrication (Elkhart, IN)

Alvest Equipment Services (AES); Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in Ground Support Equipment as a Welder, where your skills will be valued and developed. This full-time role offers the chance to work in an aerospace overhaul facility, applying various welding techniques and ensuring quality standards are met. With competitive pay and a supportive environment that encourages teamwork and growth, you'll be part of a dynamic team focused on innovation. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as generous paid time off and profit-sharing opportunities. If you're ready to take your welding career to the next level, this position is for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

PTO – Minimum 3 weeks

Annual Profit Sharing Bonus

401(K) and Roth Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Safety Shoes

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Must possess AWS certification or pass within 6 months.
• 3 years' experience welding preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate tube welding at various angles.

Responsibilities

• Apply various welding processes to parts and assemblies.
• Interpret and execute production using drawings and blueprints.
• Check welds for conformance to specifications.

Skills

AWS Certification

Welding Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Precision Measuring Instruments

Job description

At AES (the world leader in Ground Support Equipment), we look for people who not only enjoy using their skills but like to learn/grow within their field and teach others as well. We foster an environment where teamwork and ingenuity are rewarded, and we encourage each other to be their best self!

Job Description:

The Welder will work first shift 7:00am – 3:30pm Monday through Friday in an aerospace ground support equipment overhaul facility.

Salary:

The expected pay rate for this position is $28.00-$40.00 per hour. The actual pay rate offered may vary on multiple factors including, but not limited to, experience, knowledge, skills, certifications and/or location.

ADDITIONAL INCENTIVES

• Earn more by completing your ASE certifications in Medium/Heavy Equipment and receive a one-time bonus for becoming a Certified Master Technician.
• Employee Referral Bonus

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Provided Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• 11 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday
• PTO – Minimum 3 weeks per year
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
• 401(K) and Roth Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Safety Shoes and Prescription Safety Glasses

Primary Responsibilities:

• Apply all types of welding processes to various parts, assemblies, and components; Make welds in all positions.
• Possess skills to successfully interpret and execute production using drawings, blueprints, and planning.
• Set up and perform welding operations in the facility, manual and/or automatic within the limits of certifications in accordance with customer requirements, and current methods and process sheets;
• Check welds visually and dimensionally with precision measuring instruments for conformance to blueprints and specifications.
• Have a working knowledge of welding practice and weldability of current metal groups within their certification.
• Be a flexible team player and participate with problem-solving and continuous improvements; All other duties and/or tasks assigned by supervisor.
• Will adhere to all quality and safety standards.

Requirements:

• Must currently possess AWS certification or be able to pass AWS certification within the first 6 months.
• High School diploma or equivalent – documentation required
• Must be able to demonstrate tube welding at 45-, 60- and 90-degree angles
• Desired skill: 3 years’ experience welding
• Adhere to ISO9001 and or AS9100 quality standards
• Experience with in-process use of visual and FPI inspection a plus
• AES USA is a safety-sensitive manufacturer. As such, successful results of pre-employment background check and drug screening will be required.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and communicate.
• The employee must frequently lift/or move up to 35-50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment may be loud. Must be able to use required personal protective equipment (PPE). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to work in a supportive team environment that is fast-paced with a strong commitment to accountability.

AES provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, AES takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. All recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment-related programs are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

AES is committed to ensuring that its online application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all candidates, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please contact us at [e-mail]. Only messages sent for this purpose will be reviewed.

This is a full-time position.