Welder - Technical Student - Tuition Reimbursement Program

About JLG, an Oshkosh company
JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world.
JOB SUMMARY
This position is designed for individuals currently enrolled in an accredited technical school, college, or educational institution pursuing a welding-related certification, credential, or degree. This position is responsible for operating welding equipment to fabricate high-quality parts, subassemblies, and finished products. Work includes various types of welds in multiple positions on diverse production lines, ensuring precision, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with safety protocols.
Individuals in this position may be eligible for tuition reimbursement, subject to JLG's Tuition Reimbursement Program eligibility requirements and applicable terms and conditions.
YOUR IMPACT
These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned:
· Pass and maintain certification through the Welder Qualification Test.
· Operate overhead cranes to safely position parts for welding.
· Adjust machine settings for proper weld configurations.
· Clean finished welds using tools such as grinders, wire wheels, and needle guns.
· Heat, form, and weld metal parts in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
· Use measuring tools accurately to ensure specification compliance.
· Read and interpret blueprints and follow verbal/written work instructions.
· Assemble and weld metal components with precision.
· Position and secure parts correctly prior to welding.
· Cross-train and work across production areas as needed.
· Maintain attention to detail to meet quality standards.
· Adhere to all safety, cleanliness, and 6S procedures.
· Work effectively both independently and in a team environment.
· Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must be currently enrolled in a technical school, college, or educational institution pursuing a welding-related certification, credential, or degree.
Ability to wear a standard welding helmet for extended periods.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance, in-person and on-site.
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 at corporatetalentacquisition@oshkoshcorp.com.
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.
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