TIG Welder PAY 28-38

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: TIG Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on precision TIG welding and fabrication of primarily stainless steel components, with additional work on carbon steel and exotic metals. You will perform high-quality welding, straightening, cutting, and metal finishing using gas and electric welding equipment in a manufacturing environment that supports critical applications. The position requires strong technical accuracy, adherence to welding procedure specifications, and consistent documentation to meet rigorous quality assurance standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on 7-gauge and 5/8-inch plate materials, as well as laser welding on thin gauge materials down to 16–18 gauge, with occasional MIG welding as needed.
• Receive and interpret instructions, blueprints, and work orders, and plan the details of the working procedure, including tools, materials, and sequencing.
• Fabricate components by cutting, burning, straightening, and welding a variety of metals, including stainless steel, carbon steel, and exotic alloys.
• Read, understand, and execute work in accordance with WPS and other relevant welding documents to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Organize and perform record-keeping tasks such as weld mapping on complex weldments to maintain full traceability of materials and welds.
• Use calibrated precision measuring instruments, including a Faro Arm, to verify that fabrication tolerances and dimensional requirements are met.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency in TIG welding (GTAW) on stainless steel, including plate and thin gauge materials.
• Demonstrated proficiency in GMAW (MIG/FCAW) welding processes.
• Minimum of five (5) years of welding experience, or equivalent experience demonstrated through successful completion of certification tests.
• Ability to weld in test positions 1G, 2G, and 3G on complete joint penetration welds using TIG and MIG processes on stainless steel.
• Proven experience in stainless steel fabrication, including cutting, burning, straightening, and welding.
• Strong blueprint and mechanical drawing reading skills, including the ability to interpret tolerances, fits, and process control requirements.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and other welding-related documentation.
• Experience with grinding, polishing, and metal finishing of welded components.
• Basic proficiency with MRP systems for daily production and material tracking tasks.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to maintain traceability of materials and welds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate of Arts degree in a related field may substitute for up to two (2) years of welding experience, subject to meeting certification requirements.
• Accredited trade or vocational welding certificate may substitute for up to one (1) year of welding experience, subject to meeting certification requirements.
• Experience with laser welding of thin gauge materials (16–18 gauge).
• Familiarity with welding and fabrication of exotic metals in addition to stainless and carbon steel.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers a comprehensive package that supports both professional growth and personal well-being. You can benefit from a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance, as well as a structured Fabrication Boot Camp to accelerate your technical development. The organization promotes financial security through an annual bonus program and up to an 8% retirement contribution. You will enjoy paid non-working holidays, monthly site-wide barbecues, and family-friendly company events that foster a strong sense of community. A 1,200-square-foot onsite gym, accessible 24 hours a day, supports a healthy lifestyle and work-life balance.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Spokane Valley, WA.

The pay range for this position is $58240.00 - $79497.60/yr.

Sign-On Bonus: $2,500.00 *Relocation Assistance *Fabrication Boot Camp Paid non-working holidays Monthly, site-wide BBQs Up to 8% retirement contribution Annual bonus program 1200 Sqft onsite gym, accessible 24/hrs a day Family friendly, company-wide events

This is a fully onsite position in Spokane Valley,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 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.