Welder - 1st Shift

About Pierce, An Oshkosh Company

Pierce Manufacturing builds trucks that protect people and communities around the world. Founded in 1913, we've evolved from building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis to creating highly customized, engineered vehicles like pumpers, aerials, tankers, and rescue units. Today, over 30,000 Pierce apparatuses are on the road, making a difference daily.

Summary Of Job Description

The Welder I positions are responsible for assembling parts, setting up for the welding process, and performing various tasks such as drilling, grinding, cutting, clamping, and welding sheet metal. Essential functions include communicating with coworkers, following instructions, reading blueprints, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Essential Functions

• Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment
• Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
• Understand and review work orders, diagrams, checklists, and blueprints
• Set up parts for the welding process
• Grind, drill, cut, clamp, 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 carts, floors, shelves, etc.
• Operate and assist with heavy lifting using cranes/hoists
• Absorb and assist with training new employees
• Sweep and clean shop area
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions

• Install hose and cord reels and generators
• Mounting of parts
• Retrieving parts from outside
• Participating in rotating jobs
• Assisting in training new employees

Basic Qualifications

• 1 or more years of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous welding experience
• Ability to obtain a certificate in Welding with Pierce Manufacturing (preferred)
• Associates Degree in Welding or Certified Welder (preferred)
• Previous experience welding at Pierce Manufacturing
• Blue Print reading skills
• Previous Wega Department Experience

Key Abilities Needed To Complete Essential Functions

• Perform all assigned tasks
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
• Follow instructions from supervisors and other 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
• 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 potential slippery work floor while welding
• Maintain balance when climbing on portable steps
• Perform welding/assembling tasks while in awkward positions
• Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
• Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
• Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively