Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role offers an experienced Welder the opportunity to work on custom, engineered-to-order products, including first-of-kind prototypes for data centers and industrial applications. You will perform a variety of welding processes, fabricate pressure vessels and custom assemblies, and contribute to a high-quality, low-volume, high-variation production environment in a modern manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG, TIG, Pulse, and Flux Core welding on a variety of metals with a strong emphasis on quality and consistency.
• Weld in accordance with applicable codes and standards, including ASME and AWS requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications to determine project requirements and welding sequences.
• Select appropriate welding equipment, parameters, and techniques for each job based on materials and specifications.
• Perform fabrication and fitting for pressure vessels, piping, and custom assemblies, including layout, cutting, and preparation.
• Work primarily with carbon steel and occasionally with stainless steel, adjusting techniques as needed for different materials.
• Conduct first article and random inspections of welds and assemblies to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.
• Use measuring instruments and bench tools to verify dimensions and tolerances during and after fabrication.
• Review job specifications and project requirements at the start of each assignment to plan work efficiently.
• Set up welding equipment, prepare workpieces, and select appropriate materials for assigned tasks.
• Perform welding and fabrication on custom engineered parts in a low-volume, high-variation production environment.
• Inspect welds visually and with appropriate tools to ensure compliance with ASME/AWS standards and internal quality requirements.
• Adjust welding techniques, parameters, and setups as needed based on material thickness, joint configuration, and project needs.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and project timelines.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area, following all safety procedures and best practices.
• Participate in cross-functional communication with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, efficiency, and safety within the welding and fabrication area.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 3+ years of welding experience, including MIG, TIG, Pulse, and Flux Core processes.
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and technical documents.
• Hands-on experience working with carbon steel materials (required).
• Experience with stainless steel welding (preferred).
• Fabrication and fitting experience, particularly with pressure vessels and custom assemblies.
• Proficiency with measuring instruments and bench tools, such as tape measures, calipers, and squares.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to perform pipe welding and pipe fitting/cutting as needed for custom projects.
• Competence in production welding within a low-volume, high-variation environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving abilities in low-volume, high-variation production settings.
• Previous ASME certification and code welding experience.
• Familiarity with ASME and AWS welding standards and inspection requirements.
• Experience with inspection techniques and quality control processes for welded assemblies.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Background in metal fabrication, sheet metal work, and related manufacturing processes.
• Comfort working on first-of-kind prototypes and engineered-to-order products.
• Ability to work independently at a dedicated workstation while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, long-established manufacturer that invests in its people and offers a supportive, tight-knit team culture. The organization provides competitive compensation, medical, dental, and life insurance upon direct hire, a Flexible Spending Account, and a 401(k) plan with company match. Employees enjoy generous paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and the opportunity for consistent overtime based on workload. Flexible start times support work-life balance, including childcare needs, and each day includes two paid breaks and a 30-minute lunch. Welders benefit from dedicated workstations, the autonomy to complete custom projects independently, and a strong focus on employee growth and long-term career development. Regular performance reviews, a formal evaluation after six months, and clear advancement opportunities reflect a genuine commitment to professional development. The long-tenured team, company-sponsored events such as summer cookouts, and accessible, on-the-floor leadership contribute to a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

Work Environment

This position is based in a modern, clean, and well-maintained manufacturing facility that specializes in engineered-to-order heat exchangers, industrial cooling systems, and related metal fabrication and packaging components. The facility is heated in winter and well-ventilated year-round, providing a comfortable and safe working environment. Work is performed on custom, first-of-kind prototype systems for data centers and industrial applications, using a variety of welding processes and fabrication tools. The culture is team-oriented, with an emphasis on respect, long-term employee retention, and financial stability built over decades in the industry. The shop is clean, well-lit, organized, and designed to support efficient workflow and high-quality output, with welders working at dedicated stations while collaborating closely with other departments as needed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lockport, NY.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Lockport,NY.

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.