Welding Co-op: Hands-On MIG/TIG & Fabrication

JWF Industries, Inc.; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

JWF Industries is seeking motivated Welding Co-Op Students to join our growing manufacturing team in Johnstown, PA. This paid cooperative education program blends classroom instruction with hands-on welding work, giving students real-world experience in MIG, TIG, and FCAW processes, blueprint reading, and fabrication.

You will assist experienced welders, learn setup and safety practices, inspect welds, and contribute to production while developing skills for a welding career.

Qualifications

• Candidates should discuss eligibility with instructor and cooperative education coordinator.
• Coursework in welding, fabrication, blueprint reading, and manufacturing processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced welders in fabrication and assembly of steel and aluminum components.
• Perform MIG, TIG, and FCAW welding operations under supervision.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, and work instructions.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for quality.
• Follow welding procedures and safety requirements.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Quality standards

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Vo-Tech welding student

Cooperative education program enrollment

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinders

Measuring tools

Hand tools

Job description

JWF Industries is seeking motivated Welding Co-Op Students to join our growing manufacturing team in Johnstown, PA. This paid cooperative education program blends classroom instruction with hands-on welding work, giving students real-world experience in MIG, TIG, and FCAW processes, blueprint reading, and fabrication.

You will assist experienced welders, learn setup and safety practices, inspect welds, and contribute to production while developing skills for a welding career.