Maintenance Welding Technician

MPW•Chillicothe, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We're looking for a dependable Maintenance Welding Technician to support the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of equipment used in industrial operations. In this hands-on role, you'll apply your welding expertise, mechanical knowledge, and commitment to safety to help keep equipment operating efficiently while supporting fabrication projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

High school diploma with coursework in industrial or vocational trades required.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including prolonged standing, manual labor, and positioning in and around confined spaces.
Ability to work around welding heat, fumes, chemicals, and industrial environments while wearing required PPE, including respirators.
Ability to travel to customer locations for days or weeks as needed and work schedules that may exceed a typical 8-hour shift.

Nice To Haves

Technical school training or equivalent hands-on experience in welding or fabrication preferred.
Minimum of 3 years of welding and fabrication experience in an equipment maintenance environment preferred.
Certification in MIG/TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum (vertical up) preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform welding repairs on industrial equipment to restore safe and reliable operation.
Fabricate new components, tooling, and equipment to support maintenance and operational needs.
Read and interpret blueprints to complete fabrication and repair work accurately.
Operate MIG welders for aluminum and stainless steel applications.
Operate TIG welders, AC/DC stick welders, oxy-acetylene cutting and welding equipment, and plasma cutters.
Safely operate welding and fabrication equipment while following OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
Evaluate repair needs and determine the most appropriate materials for each project.
Assess equipment and job conditions to determine when welding can be performed safely.
Select the most effective and efficient welding or repair method for each assignment.
Support the design and development of new tooling and equipment improvements.
Assist team members by providing guidance on equipment operation and troubleshooting when needed.
Travel to customer or field job sites as required to complete maintenance and repair work.
Work flexible schedules, including extended hours or holidays, when business needs require.
Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned.