Welder And Fabricator

Job Title: Welder and Fabricator
Job Description
This role focuses on aluminum MIG welding and fabrication in a production environment, working on platforms, frames, and structural assemblies. You will set up welding equipment, interpret blueprints and weld symbols, and produce high-quality welds in flat, vertical, and occasional overhead positions while working independently and safely.
Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, weld symbols, and job travelers at the start of each shift to understand job requirements and specifications.
• Set up MIG welding equipment for aluminum, including gas selection, wire type, and heat settings, rather than only operating preconfigured machines.
• Position and secure large assemblies using jigs, clamps, and fixtures to ensure proper alignment and fit-up prior to welding.
• Perform vertical (3G) aluminum MIG welds on platforms, frames, and structural components using 5053 wire in a production setting.
• Complete welds in flat, vertical, and occasional overhead positions while maintaining consistent quality and adherence to welding standards.
• Grind, blend, and finish aluminum welds to meet quality, appearance, and dimensional requirements.
• Read and interpret welding blueprints and welding symbols accurately to ensure correct weld sizes, locations, and processes.
• Fabricate and fit components as required, including tack welding and fitting operations to assemble parts prior to final welding.
• Inspect welds visually and through basic measurements to verify conformance with job specifications and applicable codes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including proper handling of tools, fixtures, and materials.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while working in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of MIG welding experience, specifically with aluminum.
• Proven aluminum MIG welding experience, including 3G (vertical) welding.
• Experience welding thicker aluminum materials beyond light-gauge production work.
• Ability to weld in flat, vertical (critical), and overhead positions as needed.
• Ability to independently set up MIG welding machines, including gas, wire, and heat settings, not just operate pre-set equipment.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Experience grinding, blending, and finishing aluminum welds.
• Fabrication experience, including fitting, tacking, and assembling components.
• Comfort working on platforms, frames, and structural assemblies in a production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• TIG welding experience, especially on aluminum, is preferred.
• Experience with welding blueprints and welding symbols in accordance with industry standards.
• Knowledge or experience related to AWS codes such as AWS D1.1, AWS D1.2, AWS D1.3, and AWS D1.6.
• Any welding certificates or credentials are a plus.
• Experience with fitting and tack welding in fabrication environments.
• Comfort working with aluminum-specific processes and materials.

Why Work Here?
The company offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your personal well-being and long-term career growth. You will have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance and disability coverage for added security. A retirement plan with 401(k) options and employer contributions helps you build your financial future. The organization also invests in your development through tuition reimbursement and a strong focus on skill development and career progression, creating an environment where you can grow your expertise and advance over time.
Work Environment
The role is based in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility, where you will work with MIG welding equipment, aluminum materials, jigs, clamps, fixtures, and grinding tools on a daily basis. The schedule typically follows a first-shift pattern Monday through Friday, with hours around 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and occasional Saturdays as needed. There may also be second-shift hours such as 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., depending on production requirements. You will work in a hands-on, production-oriented environment that requires adherence to safety practices, appropriate industrial attire, and the ability to operate comfortably around welding, grinding, and fabrication equipment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Apopka, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $32.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Apopka,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 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.

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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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