Welder

Job Title: Welder
Job Description
This role focuses on the construction of secure containment rooms using MIG welding and, eventually, some TIG welding. You will build wall panels, install drywall, perform painting, and carry out general fabrication and assembly tasks. About half of your time will be spent welding, while the remaining time will be devoted to panel building and other shop activities. You will work in teams, use hand and power tools to measure and cut materials, and follow drawings that you will be trained to read. Strong measurement skills, especially reading a tape measure down to 1/16 of an inch, are essential.
Responsibilities

• Construct secure containment rooms from metal components and other building materials.
• Perform MIG welding as the primary welding method and complete an all-positions groove plate weld test.
• Support TIG welding activities and complete a TIG weld test to assess current TIG skills.
• Build wall panels and assemble structural components according to drawings and specifications.
• Use hand and power tools to measure, cut, and prepare materials to precise dimensions.
• Read and interpret tape measures accurately down to 1/16 of an inch and use squares to ensure proper alignment.
• Follow production schedules and fabrication plans in a general labor and shop environment.
• Perform mechanical assembly tasks and general construction duties as needed.
• Handle heavy lifting of materials and components, including weights of 50100 pounds as required.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding with the ability to pass an all-positions groove plate weld test.
• Strong ability to read a tape measure accurately down to 1/16 of an inch.
• Comfort using a tape measure and square to measure, mark, and cut product to size.
• Experience in construction, assembly, fabrication, or a shop setting.
• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools in a fabrication or construction environment.
• Capability to perform general labor, mechanical assembly, and production work.
• Ability to lift and move 50100 pounds as needed.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately three times per year for about two weeks per trip.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with MIG welding in a production or fabrication environment.
• Experience in fabrication and mechanical assembly in a shop or manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with using chop saws, bandsaws, and shears for cutting and preparing materials.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and collaborate on complex build projects.
• Comfort working in an open-air shop environment.
• Adaptability to different tasks, including welding, panel building, general labor, and finishing work.

Why Work Here?
You will join a supportive environment that offers comprehensive benefits with multiple plan options, including the possibility of fully paid coverage. A 3% 401(k) match helps you plan for the future, while two weeks of paid vacation and ten major holidays support work-life balance. Annual performance reviews in January provide clear opportunities for raises, and a structured proficiency system with three employee levels gives you a transparent path for career growth and pay progression. Once you become permanent, you may have the opportunity to travel internationally, adding variety and unique experiences to your career.
Work Environment
You will work in an open-air shop environment alongside a diverse workforce and in team-based settings. Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with adjusted summer hours from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. All necessary tools are provided, and you will regularly use hand and power tools, welding equipment, and cutting tools such as chop saws, bandsaws, and shears. The role involves shop-based fabrication, assembly, and general labor tasks, as well as periodic travelapproximately three trips per year, each lasting about two weeksto support work at other locations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Jacksonville,FL.
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.

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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.

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