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Welder I

Wabash, Jonestown, PA, United States


Position Description
Perform a variety of semi-skilled manual duties requiring technical knowledge of welding techniques, tools, equipment, and safety protocols. Carry out welding procedures—including fabrication and assembly—following WN welding procedures and WN engineering drawings. Conduct preventative maintenance of welding machinery and adhere to the general safety plan. Other duties may be assigned by a supervisor. The role is supervised by a supervisor, general foreman, manager, or department head. Work is performed at a quality level consistent with Wabash National standard practice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Welding of aluminum, carbon, and stainless steel

Cutting with torch

Reading blueprints and drawings

Using tape measure

Working in a specialty vehicle manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen

Basic reading, writing, and verbal skills

Knowledge, Training, Skills, and Experience
Experience and education are a plus, but not required. Wabash provides training for all assembler positions. Upon receiving an offer letter, new hires will undergo orientation and several days of training to prepare them for the production floor.

Benefits

Vacation

Paid Holidays

Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement program

Working Conditions / Environment
The work environment is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Employees work in an environment where safety, environmental, and health concerns demand constant attention. Potential exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibrations occurs. Extreme conditions, such as high noise levels and temperatures, may be present. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required on the production floor. Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, or sex.

Physical Demands
Regular standing, walking, leaning, pushing, climbing, sitting, bending, kneeling, stooping, handling, and operating tools or controls throughout the shift. Full range of motion in arms and hands is required. Communicating with coworkers is essential. Assemblers may work in small spaces and lift or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close vision, ability to adjust focus, and good hand‑eye coordination.

Behavioral Attributes

Identifies the existence and cause of a problem

Takes initiative, persists at tasks, and pursues completion of objectives

Is knowledgeable and confident in communicating information

Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safely

Copes successfully with unexpected events

Develops plans to achieve objectives and identifies resources needed

Resolves conflicting priorities and completes work on time

Leadership Attributes

Embrace diversity and inclusion—solicit and respect others’ input, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.

Seek to listen—actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions.

Always learn—strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo.

Be authentic—demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do.

Win together—collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross‑group communication to succeed as one team and One Wabash.

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