Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role involves performing high-quality MIG welding on structural steel components while interpreting blueprints and assembly instructions to build precise fixtures and assemblies. You will work with carbon steel ranging from 16 gauge to 0.5 inches, conduct quality checks to ensure all products meet specifications and dimensions, and contribute to a clean, safe, and well-organized production environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, assembly instructions, and layout drawings to determine welding requirements and build specifications.
• Perform MIG welding and gas-shielded flux core welding on structural steel components using 16 gauge to 0.5 inch carbon steel.
• Lay out metal and build fixtures according to design and engineering requirements.
• Conduct quality checks to verify that product dimensions and specifications meet required standards.
• Use a tape measure and read measurements accurately down to 1/16 of an inch to ensure precise fabrication and fitting.
• Operate hand grinders and other hand tools to smooth welds and finish welded assemblies to required quality standards.
• Perform welding and fitting tasks in a production environment while maintaining consistent output and quality.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices when working with welding equipment, overhead cranes (if applicable), and hand tools.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to complete projects on schedule and resolve fabrication or fitment issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and care for tools and equipment to ensure reliable operation.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1 year of MIG welding experience on structural steel.
• Proficiency in MIG welding and gas-shielded flux core welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure, including 1/16 of an inch increments.
• Experience working with 16 gauge to 0.5 inch carbon steel.
• Ability to perform layout work and build fixtures based on design requirements.
• Skill in using hand grinders and hand tools to smooth and finish welds.
• Capability to work effectively in a production environment with structural steel welding and fabrication.
• Attention to detail and commitment to performing quality checks to ensure specifications and dimensions are met.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Overhead crane experience is a plus.
• Experience with TIG welding is beneficial.
• Experience in structural welding, fitting, and fabrication is an advantage.
• Comfort using a variety of hand tools and production equipment in a fabrication setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that offers a stable schedule, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on long-term financial security and work-life balance. Employees benefit from a 4/10 work schedule, a robust benefits package including medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage, as well as participation in an ESOP and 401(k) plan. The organization provides paid holidays, vacation, and PTO, and offers a no-travel role so you can stay rooted in one location while building your career. A detailed benefits package is available upon request, reflecting the company’s commitment to transparency and employee well-being.

Work Environment

You will work in a climate-controlled, well-lit, and clean production facility designed to support safe and efficient welding and fabrication work. The standard schedule follows a 4/10 workweek, Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with additional overtime currently available due to demand. The environment includes structural steel fabrication and welding operations, use of MIG and flux core welding equipment, hand grinders, and other hand tools. There is no travel required, allowing you to work consistently in a single, well-maintained location.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, VA.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Richmond,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 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.