ZipRecruiter is hiring: Welder - Hiring Now in Appleton

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Since 1913, we have evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road making a difference in people's lives every day. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:

• Competitive Pay - pay based on experience and education, starting rate $28.43 per hour
• 2nd & 3rd Shift Premium $2.00 per hour
• Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually
• Comprehensive Benefit Package - Available Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program)
• Relocation bonus of $2,500 when relocating from outside a 50-mile radius
• Job Stability
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Hands-On Approach
• Customer Focus
• Culture for Fostering Teamwork
• Respected Leaders
• People First Culture
• Hiring Immediately

Shift Overview:

• A majority of the openings are on 2nd shift, with limited 3rd shift positions
• Shift times and overtime hours vary by position, department, and location
• 2nd shift: Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days; overtime at end of shift and on Fridays and occasionally Saturdays
• 3rd Shift: Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days; overtime before the shift and on Fridays and occasionally Saturdays

Summary of Job Description

The Welder is responsible for assembling parts, setting up components for welding (drilling, grinding, and welding), and welding sheet metal. They must be able to read blueprints and schematic diagrams and maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Essential Functions

• Communicate verbally with co-workers to maintain a safe working environment
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
• Understand and review work orders, diagrams, check lists, and blueprints
• 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
• Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
• Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting
• Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
• Understand the in parts and tools

• Work required hours and maintain excellent attendance
• 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

• 1 or more years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous welding experience
• Ability to obtain a certificate in Sheet Welding with Pierce Manufacturing

Qualifications to complete Essential Functions

• Associate's degree in Welding or Certified Welder
• Previous experience welding at Pierce Manufacturing

Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions

*All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.

• Perform all assigned tasks
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
• Follow instructions from supervisors and co-workers
• Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
• Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment
• Hear safety alarms and other co-workers
• Detect heat when welding
• Perform measurement and counting tasks
• Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blueprints effectively
• Understand and identify safety issues
• Tolerate constant standing for the entire shift
• Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling for below waist work
• Maintain balance when walking and standing on potentially slippery floors while welding
• Maintain balance when climbing on a portable step
• Perform welding/assembling tasks in awkward positions
• Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
• Use both hands for tool operation and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting
• Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively
• Remember task sequence and safety constraints

Oshkosh is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance, contact our Talent Acquisition team by email. Oshkosh Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. The company will not discriminate against employees or applicants who discuss pay information, except as permitted by law.