Welder Trainee

Welder-Trainee Location: Miamisburg, OH Training Class Starts August 31st, September 28th & October 26th About Accelevation We build what the future runs on. Accelevation designs, manufactures and installs the physical infrastructure that powers today’s most advanced technologies. We’ve grown over 440% in the last 18 months because we take ownership, solve hard problems, and build with purpose. Join us to build the future.   Your Impact As a Welder-Trainee at Accelevation, you will learn to perform MIG welds and build steel assemblies, preparing you for a Production Welder role. This entry-level position is specifically designed for individuals with little to no prior welding experience who want to start a welding career. It serves as an alternative for individuals who want to become a welder without having to attend traditional welding school programs. Welder-Trainees complete a four-week, hands-on training course led by a dedicated Accelevation School of Welding instructor. Training begins with welding safety and machine setup, progressing to basic welds within the first week. In weeks two and three, you will practice welding on components, followed by a simulated assembly line experience in week four. Successful completion of the program will transition you into a Welder I position on one of the following shifts: first shift (Monday–Thursday), second shift (Monday–Thursday), or weekend shift (Friday–Sunday). While a Welder-Trainee in the School of Welding you will learn how to set up parts for welding, utilize hand tools, clamps, jigs, and fixtures to ensure precision and quality, interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols to execute work accurately.   Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities during the 4-week Program * Show up on time and ready to learn each day * Participate in the training exercises with an open mind and willingness to learn * Perform welding exercises as explained by the School of Welding Instructor * Be open to coaching and feedback from the School of Welding Instructor * Conduct your learning and work in a safe manner each day Your likely Day-to-Day Responsibilities AFTER Successful Completion of Program * Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded. * Performs MIG welding on various components and substructure to create Accelevation steel components * Gathers required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job. * Ensure parts are not overheated or damaged during the welding process to avoid warping, distortion, expansion, or shrinkage. * Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area. * Notifies Team Leader when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered. * Performs other related duties as assigned including Machine Operation. * Perform Quality Control and process all required documentation   Qualifications * High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience * Minimal to no welding experience required * A drive to learn the trade of welding and create a career as a welder * Strong cognitive and clear communication skills which emphasize attention to detail. * Self-motivated, with the ability to lead projects to completion with minimal oversight, while demonstrating significant problem-solving ability. * Be able to work independently and unsupervised while prioritizing tasks.   Benefits Competitive compensation Paid time off 401(k) retirement plan with company match Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Collaborative, high-energy workplace   Our Core Values * Safety – We proactively protect our people and environment * Inclusion – We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds * Speed – We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile * Innovation – We challenge assumptions and simplify processes * Judgment – We make sound decisions with the business in mind * Accountability – We take ownership and deliver results Physical Demands and Work Environment Employees must be able to talk and hear and frequently sit, with occasional standing, walking, reaching, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Regular lifting up to 25 lbs and occasional lifting up to 50 lbs is required. Vision requirements include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work may involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, chemicals, electrical hazards, and very loud noise levels requiring hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.   Job Application Notice Accelevation LLC does not ask for payment or sensitive personal details, such as bank account or Social Security numbers, during the job application process. If you are unsure about a job posting, apply directly at https://www.accelevation.com to stay safe.   Equal Opportunity Employer Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values. We build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all. As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.