Welder And Fabricator

Job Title: Welder and Fabricator

Job Description

This role offers an experienced MIG welder the opportunity to expand into a high‑demand specialty in industrial plastic fabrication. You will fabricate and assemble plastic components such as tanks, piping, ductwork, and custom parts, while receiving full training in plastic welding techniques including hot‑air, extrusion, and fusion welding. The position is ideal for someone with strong MIG welding experience, solid mechanical aptitude, and a desire to learn new processes and grow long‑term in a specialized trade.

Responsibilities

• Apply existing MIG welding skills while learning and transitioning into plastic welding methods under the guidance of tenured fabricators.
• Cut, prepare, and assemble plastic materials such as PVC, CPVC, PP, PE, and PVDF after completing training.
• Perform hot‑air, extrusion, and fusion welding on tanks, piping, ductwork, and custom industrial plastic components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and work orders to produce accurate fabricated parts.
• Inspect welds and finished assemblies for accuracy, strength, and compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain welding tools, plastic welding equipment, and fabrication machinery in good working condition.
• Fit, align, and assemble welded components into complete systems and subassemblies.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures to verify dimensions and tolerances during fabrication and assembly.
• Handle sheet metal and stainless steel components as needed in support of fabrication work.
• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of heated materials and tools.
• Work effectively in a shop environment, contributing to a clean, organized, and efficient workspace.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of MIG welding experience in a fabrication, industrial, or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in MIG welding on materials such as sheet metal and stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or a strong willingness and aptitude to learn blueprint reading.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with careful attention to detail in cutting, fitting, and welding operations.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and perform physically demanding tasks in a shop environment.
• Experience using common fabrication tools and measuring devices, including tape measures.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Welding certifications in MIG, FCAW, or similar processes.
• Experience in fabrication, pipefitting, or industrial assembly.
• Interest in long‑term skill development in plastics welding and specialty fabrication.
• Familiarity with CNC cutting, machining, or thermoforming processes (not required but beneficial).
• Experience working in a manufacturing or job shop setting using MIG welding.
• Comfort working with plastic materials in addition to metals.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable team with a strong, supportive work culture and low turnover, where safety, quality, and continuous learning are valued. The role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and regular overtime opportunities, providing the chance to increase earnings. You will have clear opportunities for growth as you develop a specialized skill set in plastic welding and fabrication, supported by comprehensive on‑the‑job training and long‑term career development.

Work Environment

This position is based in a non‑climate‑controlled shop environment that supports industrial fabrication and welding activities. You will work around welding equipment, plastic welding tools such as hot‑air and extrusion welders, and general fabrication machinery, including cutting and measuring tools. The work involves standing for extended periods, handling materials, and performing physically active tasks in a production setting.

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

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Montgomery,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 25, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.