Structural Welder (GMAW) 2nd Shift
Ameri-Force is hiring Structural Welders for a leading defense manufacturer in Oshkosh, WI. Youll weld large, heavy military vehicle components where weld quality and appearance matter. These are long-term roles with the opportunity to be hired directly by the client.
Schedule
- Paid training and certification on 1st shift: 6:00 AM 2:30 PM
- After certification, move to 2nd shift: 2:30 PM 11:00 PM
- 40 hours per week, with overtime available at the end of shift
What Youll Do
- Set up, tack and weld ferrous and nonferrous materials to the required welding procedures and codes
- Read and work from complex drawings and weld symbols
- Cut, grind, fit and bend parts to fit weldments
- Weld large components as part of a team
- Inspect and test your own welds to meet quality standards
- Clean, deburr, rework and repair welds to code
- Salvage and rebuild parts as directed
What You Need
- GMAW (MIG) certification, or 35 years of equivalent structural welding experience
- Ability to pass the clients structural weld certification (400 level). Testing may include AWS, ISO or MIL-STD standards
- Strong blueprint reading and weld symbol knowledge
- Comfortable with shop math and measuring tools: calipers, scales, squares, protractors
- High school diploma or equivalent, plus technical welding training
- Must be a U.S. Person under ITAR (e.g., U.S. citizen or permanent resident)
- Willing to train on 1st shift and work 2nd shift long term
Nice to Have
- Experience welding large, heavy industrial equipment
- Experience with stainless steel filler metals
Ameri-Force Benefits
As part of the Ameri-Force team, a recognized ESOP company, you have a personal stake in the collective success of the organization, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:
Industry Leading Pay
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Short Term Disability Benefits
Term Life Benefits
Referral Bonuses
*Referral Bonuses are available for specific jobs only
About Ameri-Force
Since 1991, Ameri-Force has been a leader in skilled trades staffing, offering a people-focused approach that provides competitive advantages for our clients and rewarding career opportunities for our contract employees. Leveraging our deep expertise in maritime, manufacturing, aerospace, industrial, and energy sectors, we ensure a seamless experience by efficiently managing federal and state taxes, unemployment, and workers compensation. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance, tailored to meet the needs of our workforce. Join Ameri-Force and be part of a company that values your success.
- Note: The specific duties, skills and qualifications may vary depending on the companys requirements and the nature of the tasks performed at the site. Employees must be willing to make reasonable adjustments to their tasks depending on the requirements of the client. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Pay:
- $26.13/hr during training
- $31.76/hr once certified, with the ability to grow to $32.91/hr
- $0.70/hr 2nd shift premium