Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on structural steel welding and assembly of custom truck bodies and trailers in a shop environment. You will lay out, fit, and weld components according to detailed specifications and blueprints, using a wide range of hand and power tools. The position operates on a daytime schedule with potential overtime, and supports the production of custom equipment for mining, construction, and agriculture applications.

Responsibilities

• Assemble truck bodies and trailers in a shop environment according to specifications and engineering drawings.
• Lay out dimensions on metal stock, including sheet metal and angle iron, using squares, rules, punches, and other layout tools.
• Fit and assemble structural steel components using hand tools and portable power tools such as drills, riveters, and welding equipment.
• Perform MIG welding on structural and stainless steel using techniques such as dual shield and short arc, ensuring strong, clean welds.
• Use fabrication tools, including grinders, drills, saws, tape measures, power tools, air tools, and plasma cutters, to cut, shape, and prepare materials.
• Install electrical wiring for dome lights, taillights, brake lights, and other equipment following specified procedures and diagrams.
• Apply basic knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and hydraulics when assembling and wiring truck bodies and related equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and set up layouts accurately to meet design requirements and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and solve fabrication, fitment, and assembly issues as they arise during production.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and handle tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production schedules and support continuous improvement in the shop.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience in structural steel welding in a shop environment.
• Proficiency in MIG welding on structural and stainless steel, including dual shield and short arc processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and accurately set up layouts based on drawings and specifications.
• Hands-on experience assembling truck bodies or similar fabricated structures.
• Competency in using all common shop tools, including grinders, drills, saws, tape measures, power tools, air tools, and plasma cutters.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in a fabrication and assembly environment.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle electrical systems, including wiring for lights and related equipment.
• Basic understanding of hydraulics and mechanical aptitude for working with mobile equipment.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and work safely with hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Fabrication experience beyond welding, including cutting, fitting, and finishing metal components.
• Experience installing electrical wiring for vehicle lighting and auxiliary equipment.
• Experience working with custom equipment for industries such as mining, construction, or agriculture.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a production shop setting.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precise work.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing company that supports long-term career development through consistent performance reviews and ongoing feedback. The organization values dependable, skilled tradespeople and offers the stability of serving established industries such as mining, construction, and agriculture. You can expect a collaborative shop environment where your craftsmanship is recognized and your contributions help build highly specialized, custom equipment.

Work Environment

This position is based in a shop environment dedicated to building custom equipment for mining, construction, and agriculture, with a primary focus on the mining department. You will work with structural steel and stainless steel using MIG welding equipment, plasma cutters, grinders, drills, saws, tape measures, and a variety of power and air tools. The standard schedule runs from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime available as needed. The work is hands-on and physically active, involving metal fabrication, welding, and assembly in an industrial setting where safety procedures and appropriate work attire are essential.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of HANFORD, CA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in HANFORD,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.

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.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.