2nd Shift Tig Welder

TIG Welder
Job Description
We are seeking experienced TIG Welders to support a fast-paced production line environment. This role involves TIG welding black carbon steel and stainless-steel pipe, including flanges and elbows, with a strong focus on cycle time, takt time, and repeatable quality. Ideal candidates are comfortable working on a moving line and maintaining weld quality while meeting production targets.
Shifts Available:
1st shift - 5:30am-4pm M-TH
Weekend shift - 5am-5:30pm F-Su (includes a 10% differential)
Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on black carbon steel pipe up to 8 inches and 4-inch pipe assemblies.
• Weld elbows and flanges connecting to compressors.
• Complete welds through all three welding phases: Root pass, Fill pass, Cover cap.
• Properly prep material, including grinding, beveling, and cleaning for weld-ready condition.
• Maintain consistent weld quality in a high-speed, production-focused environment while adhering to cycle time and takt time standards.
• Follow safety, quality, and production procedures at all times.

Essential Skills

• Proven TIG welding experience with black carbon steel, stainless steel, and dissimilar metals.
• Strong understanding of pipe prep, including grinding and fit-up for flanges and elbows.
• Knowledge of root, fill, and cap techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently without sacrificing quality.
• Understanding of takt time and cycle time in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working on or alongside a production line.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive experience with steel welding.
• Must pass a weld test that includes black steel welds.

Why Work Here?
Enjoy a competitive salary and a $500 retention bonus paid at 90 days. Benefit from working in an air-conditioned, modern state-of-the-art facility with industry 4.0 technology in Mesa, Arizona. Our company is part of a green industry transformation, offering medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), employee assistance program, and paid time off. Be part of a dynamic team open to change, in an inclusive and diversity-friendly environment. We recognize entrepreneurial spirit and promote internal career advancement, providing electric charging stations for convenience.
Work Environment
The work is performed on a moving production line, emphasizing speed, efficiency, and repeatability. This is not a custom or job-shop welding role. Candidates must be comfortable with repetitive work, line-driven workflow, and maintaining quality under time constraints. The role requires physical abilities, including lifting up to 35 pounds, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and climbing portable ladders. Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $39.60/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mesa,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.