Job Description

Gas Welder / Brazer

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Compensation: $24–$27/hour + PTO and optional benefits

Duration: 6 months, with temp-to-hire as the plan

Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM — four 10-hour shifts

Position Summary

The Gas Welder / Brazer is responsible for assembling and preparing specialized Pre-Conditioned Air (PCA) systems used to support aircraft equipment while on the ground. This position combines mechanical assembly, HVAC-related work, and copper brazing in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have previous brazing experience, the ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings, and experience working with hand tools and measurement equipment.

Key Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and schematics
• Previous brazing experience, particularly with copper
• Experience using hand tools and measurement equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform hands-on assembly work

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble piping, mechanical parts, and electrical components for PCA systems according to engineering drawings, blueprints, and detailed work instructions
• Perform brazing and plumbing work to connect HVAC piping and copper assemblies
• Prepare, fit, and braze copper-to-copper connections
• Set up and perform testing and troubleshooting of completed PCA units
• Inspect completed work for quality and make corrections based on schematics, specifications, and established procedures
• Safely operate basic hand tools, power tools, and testing equipment
• Accurately measure components and materials during fabrication and assembly
• Maintain required documentation and complete work-order entries using production tracking systems such as ProPlanner
• Follow established safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Assist with training new team members as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent or at least 6 months of relevant experience
• Previous brazing experience or demonstrated ability to successfully perform brazing work
• Ability to read and follow blueprints, schematics, and work instructions
• Experience using basic hand tools and measurement equipment
• Familiarity with manufacturing safety procedures
• Ability to obtain forklift and/or overhead crane certification if required

Preferred Qualifications

• HVAC certification or previous HVAC experience
• Experience with mechanical and/or electrical systems
• Experience brazing copper piping or tubing
• Experience with ProPlanner or another manufacturing/production tracking system
• Associate degree in Mechanics, Electro-Mechanics, or a related technical discipline

You should be proficient in:

• HVAC