MIG/Stick Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: MIG/Stick Welder

Pay: $23/hr

Chandler, AZ

Job Description

This role focuses on performing high-quality MIG and Stick welding on steel components while accurately interpreting blueprints and weld symbols. You will work with a range of steel thicknesses and contribute to the fabrication of specialized products used in pavement preservation and related applications.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to determine welding requirements and ensure accurate fabrication.
• Perform MIG welding on steel materials ranging from 20-gauge sheet to 5/8-inch thickness, producing clean and structurally sound welds.
• Perform Stick welding on steel components as required by production specifications.
• Set up MIG welding equipment after it has been zeroed out, including adjusting settings to match material type and thickness.
• Complete and pass a basic flat MIG welding test to demonstrate welding proficiency and consistency.
• Measure and verify dimensions using a tape measure to ensure parts meet specified tolerances.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with other team members and support cross-training efforts in additional departments and trades as needed.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding on steel, including flat welding on materials from 20-gauge to 5/8-inch thickness.
• Experience with Stick welding on steel components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols accurately.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure for precise measurements.
• Capability to set up MIG welding machines after they are zeroed out.
• Entry-level candidates with formal welding schooling or training are acceptable, provided they can demonstrate core welding competencies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Formal education or vocational training in welding or a related technical field.
• Interest in cross-training and learning multiple trades within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.
• Ability to work effectively in a production setting with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to follow standardized procedures and safety guidelines.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, growth-oriented manufacturing organization that invests in skill development and cross-training, giving you the opportunity to learn multiple trades and broaden your career path. The company values hands-on craftsmanship, offers the chance to work with specialized products and equipment, and provides a supportive environment where you can build a long-term career in welding and fabrication.

Work Environment

This position is based in a modern manufacturing facility that produces a wide range of pavement preservation products for asphalt and concrete, including hot-applied crack sealants, silicone joint sealants, hot-applied mastics, and cold-mix materials for pavement patching and repair. The organization is unique in that it manufactures both these products and the equipment used to apply them. Additional products include silicone materials, geocomposites, and other pavement preservation materials and equipment. The company also designs and manufactures equipment such as melter/applicators for heating and placing sealants and fillers, crack preparation equipment, spray injection patching equipment for repairing potholes and voids, patchers for applying hot-applied mastics, and sealcoat applicators. You will work around industrial welding and fabrication equipment in a production environment, following standard safety practices and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment. The facility emphasizes domestic manufacturing, with multiple locations across the United States and a strong focus on quality and reliability.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chandler, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $23.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chandler,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 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.