Welder And Fabricator

Welder and Fabricator

Job Description

This role focuses on fabricating and building tank wash systems, including welding structural components and assembling pumps and related mechanical equipment. You will use MIG welding techniques to construct and assemble wash tank systems, applying strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail to ensure high-quality, reliable installations.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and build tank wash systems from raw materials and components, following blueprints and specifications.

• Perform MIG welding on structural elements, stainless steel parts, and pipe assemblies to create durable wash tank systems.

• Assemble pumps and related mechanical components as part of complete tank wash system builds.

• Read and interpret blueprints to determine dimensions, materials, and welding requirements.

• Carry out welding, fitting, and pipe welding tasks to ensure proper alignment, fit-up, and structural integrity.

• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for quality, accuracy, and adherence to safety and performance standards.

• Collaborate with a small fabrication team to coordinate workflow, share tools and equipment, and meet project deadlines.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in a hands-on fabrication shop environment.

• Troubleshoot and adjust fabrication and welding processes as needed to resolve issues and improve build quality.

Essential Skills

• 2–4 years of MIG welding experience, including work with structural components and stainless steel.

• 2–3 years of fabrication experience in a shop or industrial environment.

• 2+ years of blueprint reading experience for fabrication and welding projects.

• Proficiency in MIG welding, including setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting of equipment.

• Experience with pipe welding and fitting for mechanical and wash tank systems.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to assemble pumps and related mechanical systems.

• Ability to work from technical drawings and instructions with accuracy and attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with TIG welding is a plus.

• Additional pipe welding experience is beneficial.

• Comfort working in a hands-on fabrication shop environment.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team.

Why Work Here?

You join a growing organization with a strong focus on expansion and long-term stability, including investment in new facilities. The role offers consistent first-shift hours that support work-life balance, as well as performance-based pay increases that can lead to significant earnings growth over time. You work in a close-knit shop environment where contributions are visible, and there is clear opportunity to grow with the company.

Work Environment

The schedule is a first-shift role, typically 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., providing regular daytime hours. The setting emphasizes practical, shop-floor work with welding and fabrication equipment, collaborative teamwork, and a focus on safety and productivity.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.