MIG/TIG Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: MIG Welder

Job Description

This position seeks an experienced MIG Welder with a strong background in structural and fabrication welding. You will focus on producing high-quality welds on carbon steel components, ensuring strength, consistency, and adherence to detailed specifications. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid work ethic and proven weld quality to contribute in a fast-paced fabrication shop and grow with a stable, skilled team.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG (GMAW) welding on carbon steel components with consistent quality and precision.
• Weld structural parts in accordance with blueprints, weld symbols, and job specifications.
• Complete fit-up, tacking, and fabrication work prior to final welding to ensure proper alignment and fit.
• Maintain consistent weld quality while meeting or exceeding established production standards.
• Inspect welds for accuracy, penetration, and defects, and make necessary corrections.
• Operate grinders and other hand tools for material preparation and finishing work.
• Use tape measures and other measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Work with sheet metal, mild steel, structural steel, and carbon steel as required.
• Support fabrication processes that may involve flux core, aluminum welding, and related techniques as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, welding standards, and shop protocols at all times.
• Collaborate closely with fabricators, welders, and supervisors to meet project deadlines and production goals.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3 years of MIG (GMAW) welding experience.
• Proven ability to pass a MIG welding test on steel.
• Hands-on experience in a metal fabrication or structural welding shop.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols.
• Solid understanding of welding techniques, best practices, and quality standards.
• Proficiency in MIG welding on carbon steel components.
• Experience working with structural steel and fabrication projects.
• Ability to use grinders, hand tools, and measuring tools such as tape measures safely and accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with flux core welding processes.
• Experience working with stainless steel, sheet metal, mild steel, and aluminum welding.
• Familiarity with structural fitting and fabrication practices.
• Experience using grinders and other finishing tools for weld prep and cleanup.
• Exposure to operating or working around press brakes and related fabrication equipment.
• Attention to detail with a focus on weld appearance, penetration, and defect prevention.
• Strong work ethic and ability to perform in a fast-paced production environment.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills when working with fabricators and supervisors.

Why Work Here?

Join a stable, growing fabrication team where your welding expertise is valued and your craftsmanship is recognized. You will work in a professional shop environment that emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration, with opportunities to refine your skills on a variety of structural and fabrication projects. The culture supports reliable, hard-working individuals who take pride in producing high-quality work and want to build a long-term career in welding and fabrication.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fast-paced metal fabrication and structural welding shop. You will work primarily with carbon steel, structural steel, sheet metal, and mild steel, and may also handle stainless steel and aluminum as needed. Daily work involves MIG (GMAW) welding, flux core processes, grinding, fitting, and using hand tools, tape measures, and other fabrication equipment. The environment is production-oriented, with a strong focus on safety procedures, adherence to welding standards, and meeting project deadlines. You can expect to be on your feet, working at welding stations and fabrication areas, and collaborating closely with other welders and fabricators throughout your shift.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, AL.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $30.00/hr.

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 Decatur,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.