Vactor Mfg. Inc Class II Welder

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the fit-up and welding of components with stainless steel content
Operate gas torch, plasma torch, grinders, jib hoist, and overhead crane
Maintain a clean, safe workplace
Participate in a job rotation program specified by management in order to maintain skill levels with respect to welding technique and product knowledge.
Confined Space Certification is required, and training will be offered by the company.
Must submit for medical surveillance according to Vactor's Hexavalent Chromium Program.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
Minimum of 2 years of welding or industrial experience with strong mechanical aptitude required
Able to operate all machines and tools in the department
Able to pass a weld test
Able to read blueprints, tape measures, diagrams, work orders, and work instructions
Basic math skills including fraction required.
Able to weld mild steel as well as stainless steel using the GMAW (MIG) process
Must be able to work with minimal supervision
Must have good knowledge of weld symbols, processes, and procedures
Must be able to use jigs and fixtures to produce weldments
Ability to climb ladders.
Ability to work in prolonged postures (bending, stooping, kneeling, walking, standing, and squatting) while performing all job tasks.

EDUCATION REQUIRED: High school grad or equivalentBenefits of Employment:In addition to excellent career growth opportunities, Federal Signal Corporation offers a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision), paid holidays, paid vacation, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.Vactor Mfg. Inc. is a leading manufacturer of municipal combination catch basin/sewer cleaning vacuum trucks and industrial vacuum loaders that clean up industrial waste or recover and recycle valuable raw materials. Vactor is located in Streator, IL and is a subsidiary of Federal Signal Corporation.Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer and manufacturer of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.The Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All other applications must be submitted online. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other 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 the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)