Welder

Welding Technician Oshkosh AeroTech is a leading provider of aviation ground support products, gate equipment and airport services to commercial airlines, airports, air-freight carriers, ground handling and military customers. Oshkosh AeroTech offers products that make a difference in people's lives by supporting those in our communities who do some of the toughest work. They own many of the most trusted brands in the air transportation industry, including LEKTRO, JetAire, JetPower, AmpTek, Jetway, and more. The Welding Technician is responsible for fabricating, joining, and repairing metal components, equipment, and structures using various welding processes, including MIG, TIG, and stick welding. This role performs welds in all positions in accordance with specifications and company or customer requirements. The technician applies specialized skills, tools, and techniques to ensure high-quality workmanship while supporting facility operations through minor maintenance activities and assisting other trade technicians. The position also involves responding to facility, equipment, and system issues, documenting work accurately in the CMMS, and proactively identifying potential failures. The Welding Technician maintains a strong commitment to safety, housekeeping, and hazardous waste management, while completing additional duties and projects as assigned. Joining Oshkosh Aerotech means becoming a valued member of a dynamic team with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K, and more! Your Impact Fabricates, joins, and/or repairs equipment, fixtures and various types of metal objects and structures using MIG, TIG, stick, or other welding processes. Welds according to specifications and company/customer requirements Applies specialized skills in procedures, techniques, tools, materials and/or equipment in area of expertise Executes welds in all positions including from underneath, to the side, in a variety of shapes and more Perform minor maintenance duties and assist trade technicians in and around airport facilities. Respond to and correct issues that may exist within the facility, equipment, or systems. Report issues found that could potentially lead to additional system and/or equipment failures. Inputs accurate information into the CMMS. Performs all duties in a safe manner and keeps all employees aware of dangers in work area Practices good housekeeping in work area Responsible for understanding and following all Hazardous Waste Management duties and responsibilities Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the company's discretion. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED or equivalent Technical / vocational / or military training / related experience Two (2) or more years weld experience with at least one (1) years of experience in general maintenance Knowledge of welding techniques including MIG, TIG, Stick - aluminum and stainless steel is a plus Ability to comprehend all blueprints and schematics Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting Proficient in all key weldments Ability to use personal computer or workstation Demonstrate ability to use all appropriate tools, measuring devices, forklifts, cranes, and fixtures required Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate personnel assignments within the department Effectively communicate and solve issues that cross departmental boundaries Physical Demands: While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee must have the ability to use hand trucks, forklifts, tugs, and lift trucks. Ability to work in outside weather conditions on an airport ramp around aircrafts and confined areas. Specific vision abilities required by this job include good close proximity vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Good hand / eye coordination is required. Work Environment: The work environment is similar to airport operation with vehicular traffic. The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email View email address on click.appcast.io. Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information. Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.