Student Welder (Student-to-Work Program) At Wabash, our Student Welder position is specifically designed for high school juniors and seniors and college students enrolled in welding or skilled trades programs who are looking to gain real-world, hands-on experience through our Student-to-Work Program. Student Welders play an important role in supporting the manufacturing of carbon steel, stainless steel, and aluminum products and subassemblies. This position offers the opportunity to learn alongside experienced professionals, develop technical welding skills, and gain exposure to a fast-paced production environment—all while continuing your education. Wabash provides the training and support needed to help students succeed. Candidates will complete a Qualification Weld Test, and those who need additional development may participate in our in-house Weld School to build the skills necessary to succeed on the production floor. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are motivated to grow their skills, explore career pathways in manufacturing, and potentially transition into a full-time role with Wabash after graduation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Below are examples of the type of duties you could be responsible for:
- Own and help improve our performance in Safety, Quality, and Delivery
- Carbon Steel /Aluminum / Stainless Steel MIG and/or TIG weld at a level that meets quality standards
- Read engineering prints, weld symbols, and follow specifications
- Basic operator preventative maintenance for welding related equipment
- Maneuvering in tight and small spaces
- Work at heights of 15-20 ft.
- Performing additional work assigned by the supervisor or team leader, which may require the employee to assist in different departments
- Wearing approved personal protective equipment such as safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses with side shields, respirators, hearing protection, etc.
- Completing assigned duties in accordance with safety, policies, and practices, including your individual safety, as well as the safety of co-workers, and the safe use of equipment in the workplace
- Tools & Equipment
- Below is a list of examples of the potential tools and equipment you may find yourself working with, depending upon your department and location. Wabash provides all the necessary training for you to feel comfortable and confident to excel at your new career with us.
- Oxy / Acetylene Torch
- Engineering PrintsWork Instructions
- Handheld ToolsTape MeasureMIG Welder (GMAW -- including Pulse Transfer)TIG Welder (GTAW)
- Possible limited Stick Welder (SMAW)
- Plasma Cutter / Gouging
- Grinder / Sander
- Respirator/ ADF or PAPR Hood
Qualifications:- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- Must pass Weld Tests associated with product line, prior to welding in production.
- Must pass respirator fit test.
- Basic reading, writing, math & verbal skill.
- Capable of following and understanding engineering prints, specifications & instructions.
- Knowledge, Training, Skills and/or Experience:
- Experience and education are a plus; however, it's not required. Wabash provides the necessary training for all welding positions. Upon receiving an offer letter from us, you'll undergo orientation and several days of training, preparing you for the production floor.
Working Conditions/Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An employee in this position works in an environment in which safety, environmental, and health concerns may demand constant attention. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibrations. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites such as the noise level in the work environment can be very loud with high temperatures, and potentially even exposed to outside elements at times. Due to the work environment, all employees on the production floor must wear the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE). At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about. Wabash is committed to proving equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex.
Physical Demands:
As an employee in this position, you are regularly required to stand, walk, climb, sit, bend, kneel, stoop, handle and operate controls for the length of their entire shift. The employee needs full range of motion in their arms and hands in this position. All personnel must be able to successfully communicate with fellow employees as well. In this position some employees also work in small spaces throughout their shift and frequently lift and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision acuity, the 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.
Knowledgeable & confident in communicating information.
Shares information with others to help them perform their jobs safer and better.
Copes successfully with unexpected events.
Develops plans to achieve objectives & identifies resources needed to accomplish objectives.
Resolves conflicting priorities and accomplishes work on time.
Leadership Attributes:
At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about.
Embrace Diversity and Inclusion -- Solicit and respect the input of others, 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 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 success as one team and One Wabash
Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:
Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates.
