John Deere Horicon Works - Industrial Pipefitter

Employer description

 At John Deere, we run so life can leap forward. This powerful purpose is our promise to humankind that we will dream, design, and deliver breakthrough products that sustain our world for generations to come. The world is counting on us to feed billions of people and build vital infrastructures in villages, towns and megacities. And we live up to the legacy our founder forged in a one-room blacksmith’s shop nearly two centuries ago by creating a culture that brings out the best in all of us. A culture where great ideas thrive because every voice is heard.

Primary Location: United States (US) - Wisconsin  - Horicon   

As an Industrial Pipefitter employee with John Deere in Horicon, WI, you will: 

Install, inspect, maintain, and repair all factory pipe systems, such as water, gas, oil, and sewer in a production environment focused on safety, quality, and teamwork.  In addition, you will install, inspect, maintain, repair, and adjust all types of heating, ventilating, and refrigeration equipment. 

Job details are dependent on duties assigned but in general consist of the following: 

Make minor repairs, such as replacing or repairing pulleys, belts, valves and traps on ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment. 

Install, maintain, and repair control devices for caustic and oil quench cooling systems, water cooled generators, tractor wash and gasoline withdrawal systems. 

Install pumps, nozzles, valves, traps, gages, meters, regulators, filters. 

Regulate and maintain gas mixing inspirator, converting natural gas to BTU requirements. 

Install pipe for hydraulic systems. 

Install sprinkling systems and dry box valves and recharge fire extinguishers. 

Operate and maintain sewage disposal system. 

Assist and support other team members and work with minimal supervision. 

Clean work area and perform other miscellaneous duties inherent to the job. 

Work shifts (choice of shift based on seniority). 

Minimum Qualifications:  

Must be at least 18 years of age. 
Must have at least one of the following: 

High School Diploma or G.E.D. 
National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) 
At least 3 years of manufacturing work experience 

Journeyperson’s card in Pipefitting / HV Maintenance OR at least 2 years of industrial pipefitting / HV experience (or equivalent Military experience and training).
Ability to perform manual tasks related to described job duties for duration of work shift; including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting. 
Ability and willingness to any shift and work potential overtime (including weekends). 

Why Work at John Deere? Why Work anywhere else?  

If you strive to do great work, excel in creative environments, thrive in teams, and live for problem solving – this is the place for you.   

At John Deere, your ideas, experiences, and values matter.  

Please see below for a summary of the value of your John Deere career and total rewards available to you to support you and your well-being.   

Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses  

Savings & Retirement benefits  

Wellbeing – Physical and Mental Healthcare  

Paid Holidays & Competitive Vacation Packages  

Employee Assistance Programs  

Tuition Assistance  

Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations  

Charitable contribution match  

Rebate Program & numerous discount programs for personal use  

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.