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Oshkosh Corporation

Welder - Manufacturing

Appleton, WI · On-site

$29.28 - $31.28/hr

Grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld and/or sub welds. May also assemble parts. * Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

Oshkosh Corporation

Welder - Hiring Now

Appleton, WI · On-site

$29.28 - $31.28/hr

Grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld and/or sub welds. May also assemble parts. * Weld sheet metal materials * Apply measurements to parts and equipment * Use and operate hand and ...

ITW Miller

Segment Manager - Manufacturing

Appleton, WI · On-site +1

$89K - $110K/yr

Develop sub-segment level eco-system maps clearly identifying how we are positioned to win. Cross ... ITW Welding North America represents Miller Electric Welding Equipment, Safety & Accessories ...

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How much do sub welder jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for sub welder in Appleton, WI is $17.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.00 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sub welder?

Sub Welders, also known as underwater welders, are skilled professionals who perform welding tasks below the surface of water. They typically work on the construction, maintenance, and repair of marine structures such as ships, oil rigs, pipelines, and dams. This job requires specialized training in both commercial diving and welding, as well as knowledge of safety protocols due to the challenging and hazardous underwater environment. Sub Welders use a variety of welding techniques, including wet and dry welding, depending on the project requirements.

What are some unique challenges faced by sub welders working underwater compared to traditional welders?

Sub Welders, or underwater welders, often work in challenging and hazardous environments where visibility, temperature, and water pressure can greatly affect the welding process. Unlike traditional welding, they must contend with limited mobility due to diving equipment and the need to maintain safety protocols for both welding and diving. Communication with surface teams is also more complex, requiring clear coordination and teamwork. These factors demand strong technical skills, adaptability, and a commitment to safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sub welder, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sub Welder, you need expertise in underwater welding techniques, strong physical fitness, and a commercial diving certification. Familiarity with specialized welding equipment, underwater cutting tools, and safety systems is essential, often supported by certifications like AWS D3.6M or ADCI. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and the ability to work well under pressure are crucial soft skills in this challenging environment. These competencies ensure safety, precision, and reliability when performing critical underwater repairs and construction.

How to become a submarine welder?

To become a submarine welder, you typically need to complete a welding training program, obtain certifications such as AWS or ASME, and gain experience in underwater or marine welding environments. Specialized skills in underwater welding techniques and safety procedures are essential for this role.

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Infographic showing various Sub Welder job openings in Appleton, WI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,135 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Welder - Manufacturing

Appleton, WI • On-site

Oshkosh Corporation
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$29.28 - $31.28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Oshkosh Corporation rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

295th of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company
At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.
With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:
  • Competitive Pay - pay based on experience and education, starting rate $29.28 per hour
    • 2nd Shift Premium $2.00 per hour
    • Merit increases at 6 months, 12 months, and then annually
  • Comprehensive Benefit Package - Available Day 1
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability benefits, 401k plan & company match, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid vacation, paid holidays, stock purchase program, discount program (travel, hotels, entertainment, gym memberships and so much more)
  • Sign on bonus for production hires that live >50 miles from their assigned work location at time of hire.
  • Job Stability
  • Opportunities for Career Growth
  • Hands-On Approach
  • Customer Focus
  • Culture for Fostering Teamwork
  • Respected Leaders
  • People First Culture
  • Hiring Immediately

Shift Overview:
  • Openings are on 2nd shift
  • Shift times and overtime hours vary dependent on position, department, and location
  • 2nd shift: Monday - Thursday, four 10-hour days, overtime worked at the end of shift and on Friday's and occasionally Saturday's

Summary of Job Description
The positions within Welder I are responsible for assembling parts together. The employee sets up various parts for the welding process such as drilling, grinding, and welding. The employee must be able to weld sheet metal. The employee must be able to read blue prints and schematic diagrams. They must maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Essential Functions
  • Communicate verbally with co-workers to keep a safe working environment
  • Follow written and verbal instructions to complete tasks
  • Understand and review work orders, diagrams, check lists, and blue prints
  • Set up parts for the welding process
  • Grind, drill, cut, clamp, caulk, tack weld, bench weld and/or sub welds. May also assemble parts.
  • Weld sheet metal materials
  • Apply measurements to parts and equipment
  • Use and operate hand and power tools
  • Lift light and/or heavy parts on and off a cart, floor, shelf, etc.
  • Operate a crane/hoist for heavy lifting
  • Assist co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
  • Understand the differences in parts and tools
  • Work required hours and have an excellent attendance record
  • Work overtime as needed
  • Sweep and clean shop area
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Marginal Work Functions
*These functions may be considered essential based on location, position, and other factors.
  • Install hose and cord reels and generators*
  • Mounting of parts*
  • Retrieve parts from outside*
  • Participate in rotating jobs
  • Assist in training new employee

Basic Qualifications
  • Previous welding experience.
  • Ability to obtain a certificate in Welding with Pierce Manufacturing.

Preferred Qualifications to complete Essential Functions
  • Associates Degree in Welding or Certified Welder.
  • Previous experience welding at Pierce Manufacturing.
  • Blue Print reading skills

Key Abilities Needed to Complete Essential Functions
*All positions require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Detailed physical job analysis available upon request.
  • Perform all assigned tasks
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Follow instructions from supervisors and other co-workers
  • Recognize and react to abnormal operating conditions
  • Use and wear personal protective equipment as indicated by the task or environment
  • Hear safety alarms and other co-workers
  • Detect heat when welding
  • Perform measurement and counting tasks
  • Read tape measure, safety manuals, work orders, and blue prints effectively
  • Understand and identify safety issues
  • Tolerate constant standing for the entire shift
  • Tolerate occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling for below waist work
  • Maintain balance when walking and standing on potential slippery work floor while welding
  • Maintain balance when climbing on a portable steps
  • Perform welding/assembling tasks while in awkward positions
  • Individually lift and manipulate parts/equipment weighing up to 80 pounds
  • Use both hands for tool operation, carrying of parts, and assisting co-workers with heavy lifting of parts
  • Operate and access heavy equipment safely and effectively
  • Remember task sequence and safety constraints

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability for any part of the recruitment process, please contact our talent acquisition team by email [email protected].
Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Oshkosh Corporation's legal duty to furnish information.
Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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