Welding Intern

Why Join Altec?

If you’re considering a career with Altec, Inc., there’s never been a better time to join us! Our company was founded based on values that place the customer first and view people as our greatest strength. Altec has continued to grow, utilizing the same basic values, and over the years, those values have helped us to earn the trust and confidence of our customers worldwide. We remain committed to total customer satisfaction in everything we do. That’s why today, Altec is an innovative, financially sound company that is setting the standard of excellence in design, manufacturing and service; and that’s why you can rely on us to provide you with the stability of a well-managed company.

Our Company :

Altec Inc., founded in 1929, is a privately held company headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.

Altec specializes in the manufacture, sale and service of aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes and specialty equipment for the electric utility, telecommunications, tree care, construction, and light and sign maintenance industries in more than 120 countries.

At Altec, advanced technology efforts are aimed, without exception, at helping customers work “Safer and Smarter.” Altec invests more resources than any other manufacturer in the advancement of safety, reliability, uptime and low cost of ownership.

Our Values Sustain Our Vision :

Altec continues to pursue a singular vision : To be recognized by customers as the preferred supplier of products, services and solutions in all markets we serve. Our values sustain that vision, our goals build upon it and our associates help to achieve it. Altec’s values are the cornerstone of our corporate culture and every Altec associate is considered an integral part of Team Altec.

Our Values (in alphabetical order) : Customer First, Enjoyment of Work, Family, Financial Stability, Integrity, People Are Our Greatest Strength, Quality, Spiritual Development, Teamwork.

Use and conduct proper care of PPE

• Practice reading and interpreting blueprints and weld symbols to determine sequence and methods of assembling components
• Use basic hand tools such as tape measurer and specialty equipment
• Lay out and mark dimensions and reference lines on material applying knowledge of shop math and layout techniques
• Perform Mig welding by using a variety of arc and gas welding equipment
• Inspect assembly / components for conformance of specifications
• Trim, file, grind, sand, deburr, buff and smooth surfaces using hand tools and portable power tools
• Follow established safety, environmental and quality policies, procedures and practices
• Maintain work area and shop tools / equipment
• Preferred Jefferson State or Wallace community college student

Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.