Fitter Welder Apprentice, 1st Shift

About the role

Join the Johnson Controls team as a Fitter Welder Apprentice at our San Antonio, TX plant. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry. You will work under the guidance of experienced professionals while developing essential skills in fit up, fabrication and welding.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the local delivery and execution of the fit up, fabrication and core welding to vendors and managers in accordance with Johnson Controls principles, corporate policies and procedures, and plant operations.

• Operate Miller Aluma Pro Mig gun
• Apply fit up, fabricate, and weld discipline into standard models
• Operate manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments using processes such as GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) and Plasma Cutter
• Operate manual and semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment
• Maintain safe work practices
• Conduct technical inspections
• Prepare input for various management and log reports
• Read and review blueprints and specifications; ensure drawings and specifications will function as designed in environment intended for use
• Ensure accuracy and completion of assigned tasks and projects
• Keep detailed and accurate reports and documentation
• Maintain a working knowledge of changes in technology, compliance, and repair/rework techniques
• Complete motor coupling installations
• Participate in training program as trainee/trainer as required
• Practice and promote 5S throughout facility
• Participate in Kaizen events
• Other assigned work as required

Requirements

The following are required for this role:

• Minimum of 6 months of MIG Alloy and Steel welding experience
• High School Diploma, GED or certifications
• Follow Operation Description Sheet (ODS) and Training Documents
• Follow All Safety Policies and Protocols
• Quality Orientation
• Time Management
• Positivity – energetic and wants others to succeed
• Creative and Innovative Thinking
• Development and Continual Learning
• Problem Solving
• Accountability and Dependability
• Research and Analysis
• Decision Making and Judgement
• Operating Equipment
• Ethics and Integrity
• Planning and Organizing
• Mathematical Reasoning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Teamwork
• Ability to give and receive feedback effectively
• Strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

The following are preferred for this role:

• Welding technical school certification
• GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) welding experience
• Tig welding experience
• (1+) years’ experience as a welder
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in diverse working environments
• Able to work well under pressure
• Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally always

Pay and Benefits

The hourly rate for this role will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data, with a target range of $21.50 per hour. This position includes a competitive benefits package.