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Welder I – 2nd Shift ($26.09/Hr+)

Oshkosh Corporation · Murfreesboro, TN · 2 wk ago
Management$21.32/hrFull-time

Job Description

Oshkosh Vocational is new to the Murfreesboro, Tennessee area and is looking to build an extraordinary team of purpose-driven individuals. The new facility is located off of Joe B Jackson Parkway giving team members an opportunity to avoid the Nashville traffic!

With a career at Oshkosh Vocational Tennessee, you can expect:

  • Direct Hire – Hiring Immediately!
  • Competitive Pay – pay based on experience and education, minimum starting rate at $21.32 per hour within the first 6 months pay would increase to a minimum of $26.09
  • Paid Weekly
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Effective Day 1 of hire, including:
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability benefits
    • 401(k) plan with Company Match
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) program
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Discount Programs (Hotels, Travel, Entertainment, Gym Membership and more)
  • NEW Paid Parental Leave (Effective January 1, 2026): Two consecutive calendar weeks at 60% of regular pay
  • Available for birth, adoption, or placement of a child for adoption
  • Applies to team members working 30+ hours per week after 30 days of continuous employment

Job Stability

Opportunities for Career Growth

Hands-On Approach

Customer Focus

Culture for Fostering Teamwork

Respected Leaders

People First Culture

Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days 4:30pm-3:00am

Job Summary

The positions within Welder I are responsible for interpreting blueprints, job cards, bill of materials, and routing sheets. The Welder must be able to handle complex blueprints involving several variables which vary by customized orders. The Welder must be able to work within precise limits and have experience in bench, MIG, and/or TIG welding (aluminum).

Minimum Qualifications

  • 6 months or more of relevant experience OR High School Diploma or equivalent education.
  • Previous welding experience.
  • Proficient in MIG welding as demonstrated by an on-site weld skills test

Standout Qualifications

  • Welding/Metal Fabrication certificate, technical diploma or associate degree in related field
  • Previous experience constructing large weldments
  • Blueprint reading skills

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 a portable step
  • 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
  • Remember task sequence and safety constraints

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