Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role is for an experienced Welder I to join a busy fabrication team in Benicia, CA. You will perform high-quality welding and fabrication on structural and industrial metal components while meeting relevant welding code requirements and maintaining strict quality standards. You will work with multiple welding processes, including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW, and produce welds that can pass 100% X-ray inspection. The position involves reading blueprints, preparing materials, performing fit-up and fabrication work, operating welding and cutting equipment, and contributing to a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding in accordance with applicable welding code standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and fabrication drawings to plan and execute work accurately.
• Execute fit-up, layout, and assembly of fabricated metal components to meet dimensional and quality requirements.
• Perform plasma cutting, oxy-acetylene cutting, and air arc gouging as required for fabrication and repair work.
• Grind, prepare, and finish weldments to specification, ensuring clean, structurally sound welds.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently for cutting, grinding, and fabrication tasks.
• Use overhead cranes, rigging equipment, forklifts, and scissor lifts when authorized to move and position materials.
• Inspect completed work for quality, accuracy, and conformance to drawings, specifications, and code requirements.
• Follow all company safety procedures and OSHA standards, maintaining a strong focus on safe work practices.
• Support team production goals by working efficiently, meeting deadlines, and communicating effectively with coworkers.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area to promote safety, productivity, and quality workmanship.
• Apply safe material handling practices when moving, lifting, and positioning heavy components.
• Perform material layout, joint preparation, and weld preparation to ensure proper fit-up and weld integrity.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by working independently when needed and assisting others when required.

Essential Skills

• 35+ years of welding experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in SMAW (Stick Welding), including 3G vertical up position.
• Proficiency in FCAW (Flux Core Welding).
• Proficiency in GMAW (MIG Welding).
• Proficiency in GTAW (TIG Welding).
• Ability to interpret blueprints, schematics, and fabrication drawings accurately.
• Knowledge of applicable welding code standards and ability to weld to those requirements.
• Ability to produce welds that can pass 100% X-ray inspection criteria.
• Hands-on experience with metal fabrication and fit-up of structural and industrial components.
• Skill in plasma cutting and oxy-acetylene cutting.
• Experience with air arc gouging for preparation and repair work.
• Safe and effective use of hand and power tools in a fabrication environment.
• Experience with overhead cranes and rigging for moving and positioning materials.
• Understanding and application of safe material handling practices.
• Manufacturing and fabrication shop experience, including arc welding.
• Forklift operation experience, with certification preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and stand for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and high attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent safety awareness and clear communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational welding training preferred.
• Shop certifications in applicable welding processes preferred.
• SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) experience is an asset.
• Additional rigging and crane experience is beneficial.
• Formal welding certifications are preferred and may enhance advancement opportunities.
• heavy industrial or structural steel fabrication is strongly preferred.
• Experience in pressure vessel or heavy fabrication environments is advantageous.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Benicia, CA.

The pay range for this position is $31.00 - $34.00/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Benicia, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 1, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Benicia,CA.

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.