Welders

STS Technical Services; Oshkosh (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services is hiring an experienced Welder for a direct hire position in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. You will set up, tack, and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials with a focus on structural integrity and visual quality, building large components to exacting specifications.

You will read complex drawings, follow welding procedures, and perform testing and rework to meet customer and code standards, collaborating with a team to ensure high-quality welds on heavy equipment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) plus formal welding training.
• GMAW certification or 3–5 years of equivalent hands-on welding experience.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and welding symbols.
• Proficient with welding shop tools and measuring devices (calipers, protractors, etc.).
• Must pass required welding tests to applicable standards including AWS, ISO, MIL STD, and others.

Responsibilities

• Set up, tack, and weld using applicable welding procedure specifications.
• Work with both ferrous and nonferrous materials to produce high-quality welds.
• Cut, grind, fit, and bend parts to form accurate weldments.
• Understand and apply relevant weld inspection criteria and welding codes.
• Perform testing, inspection, and rework to meet customer and code standards.
• Collaborate with team members to assemble large structural components.
• Maintain clean, aesthetically pleasing welds that meet critical application requirements.
• Follow procedures for weld repairs and part salvage when required.

Skills

Reading weld drawings

Welding symbols

Quality-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal welding training

Tools

Calipers

Protractors

Job description

STS Technical Services is now hiring experienced Welders for direct hire positions with a leading manufacturer in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. If you're passionate about precision welding and want to build a career with a company that values craftsmanship and quality, we want to hear from you.

Position Overview

As a Welder, you'll set up, tack, and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials with a focus on structural integrity and visual quality. You'll play a vital role in building large, heavy-duty components that meet exacting specifications for some of the most demanding applications.

Your Impact

• Set up, tack, and weld using applicable welding procedure specifications
• Work with both ferrous and nonferrous materials to produce high-quality welds
• Cut, grind, fit, and bend parts to form accurate weldments
• Understand and apply relevant weld inspection criteria and welding codes
• Perform testing, inspection, and rework to meet customer and code standards
• Collaborate with team members to assemble large structural components
• Maintain clean, aesthetically pleasing welds that meet critical application requirements
• Follow procedures for weld repairs and part salvage when required

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent) plus formal welding training
• GMAW certification or 3-5 years of equivalent hands-on welding experience
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and welding symbols
• Proficient with welding shop tools and measuring devices (calipers, protractors, etc.)
• Must pass required welding tests to applicable standards including AWS, ISO, MIL STD, and others

Standout Qualifications

• Previous experience welding large, heavy-duty industrial equipment
• Skilled in welding with stainless steel filler metals and related processes

Pay & Shift Details

• Base Pay Upon Hire: $26.13 per hour
• Certified Rate: $31.76 per hour
• Top-Out Rate: Up to $32.91 per hour
• Shift Premiums:
• 2nd Shift: +$0.70/hour
• 3rd Shift: +$0.70/hour

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with some of the largest names in aviation, manufacturing, defense, and industrial operations. We offer direct hire, contract, and temp-to-perm career opportunities with industry-leading benefits and professional support every step of the way.

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