Weld Apprentice - American Fan

Fairbanks Morse Defense • Fairfield, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

American Fan is growing and looking for a Welding Apprentice to join our team. This is a paid, 6000-hour program where you’ll work side-by-side with experienced welders, gain real hands-on skills, and build a long-term career in manufacturing. You’ll receive structured training with clear milestones, daily mentorship, and a defined pathway to a journeyperson welder role upon completion. We offer a team-focused environment that prioritizes safety, quality, and continuous learning. If you’re ready to make welding a career—not just a job—this is where you start!

Requirements

• Basic welding and safety knowledge; familiarity with GMAW
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to learning the trade
• Open-minded, coachable, and eager to learn
• Able to work on your feet, lift materials, and handle shop tools
• Embody the core values of Integrity, Velocity and Teamwork

Nice To Haves

• Recent trade school graduate in welding/metal fabrication OR hands-on welding/manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Assist with GMAW (MIG) welding and basic fabrication tasks
• Set up workstations: gather materials, position parts, and prepare joints
• Operate basic hand tools and power tools (grinders, wire wheels, clamps, etc.)
• Measure and check parts using tape measures, squares, and gauges
• Follow safety procedures and use proper PPE at all times
• Read and follow basic drawings, weld symbols, and work instructions
• Clean welds, remove spatter, and perform simple finishing work
• Help with material handling, part movement, and shop organization
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• disability insurances
• 401k retirement plan with employer match
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed