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Maintenance Welding Technician

MPW Industrial Service Group
Chillicothe, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026

This would be a first shift position, Monday to Friday, 6:30am - 3:00pm.

We’re looking for a dependable Maintenance Welding Technician to support equipment repairs, fabrication projects, and maintenance operations in a fast-paced industrial environment. This role is responsible for performing high-quality welding and fabrication work while maintaining safety, efficiency, and equipment reliability across shop and field operations.


What You’ll Bring

  • Strong mechanical and fabrication skills with the ability to complete repairs accurately and efficiently.
  • Safety-focused mindset with consistent attention to OSHA standards, PPE requirements, and safe welding practices.
  • Problem-solving ability to evaluate equipment issues and determine effective repair methods and materials.
  • Team-oriented attitude with a willingness to support coworkers, share technical knowledge, and assist with training when needed.


What You’ll Do

  • Perform welding repairs and fabrication work on industrial equipment and components.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and fabrication drawings accurately.
  • Operate MIG, TIG, AC/DC stick welders, plasma cutters, and oxyacetylene equipment safely and effectively.
  • Weld aluminum, stainless steel, and other materials to meet operational and quality standards.
  • Assist with the design and fabrication of tooling, fixtures, and new equipment components.
  • Inspect damaged equipment and determine the safest and most effective repair methods.
  • Select proper materials and welding techniques based on repair specifications and operating conditions.
  • Perform cutting, grinding, fitting, and finishing work to support fabrication and repair activities.
  • Maintain welding equipment, tools, and work areas in clean and safe operating condition.
  • Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, and OSHA regulations.
  • Support maintenance operations by responding to equipment repair needs in both shop and field environments.
  • Travel to customer sites or field locations as needed to complete repairs and maintenance support.
  • Work overtime, extended shifts, weekends, or holidays as operational demands require.
  • Assist less experienced employees with troubleshooting, equipment operation, and welding techniques.
  • Complete additional maintenance and fabrication duties as assigned by leadership.


What You’ll Need

  • High school diploma or GED required; vocational or industrial trade specialization preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years of welding and fabrication experience in an industrial, maintenance, or equipment repair environment preferred.
  • Technical school training or equivalent hands-on welding experience strongly preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, measurements, and fabrication specifications.
  • Experience welding stainless steel and aluminum using MIG and TIG processes preferred.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, or move up to 50 pounds regularly with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and work in physically demanding environments for extended 8–12 hour shifts.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces, elevated areas, and around industrial equipment, heat, sparks, fumes, noise, and moving machinery.
  • Ability to wear required PPE including respirators, welding shields, gloves, hearing protection, and protective clothing.
  • Ability to travel to field locations for short-term or extended assignments as business needs require.

Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, 401K Plan

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