Welder

Job Title: Welder
Job Description
This role involves performing ASME Code compliant welds using MIG (Pulse/Spray/RMD), TIG, and FCAW processes on pipe and plate materials. You will work with a variety of metals, interpret technical drawings and weld symbols, and support the fabrication of spiral heat exchangers while contributing to a small, collaborative weld shop.
Responsibilities

• Perform ASME Code compliant welds using MIG (Pulse/Spray/RMD), TIG, and FCAW processes on pipe and plate materials.
• Carry out prep, fit-up, welding, and assembly of piping and plate materials ranging in thickness from 12 gauge (0.105\") to 4\".
• Fabricate spiral heat exchangers using carbon steel, stainless steel, and other alloys.
• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and weld procedures to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
• Use a tape measure and apply basic math skills to lay out, fit, and verify dimensions of workpieces.
• Set up and operate welding machines, adjusting settings and parameters to meet job specifications and ASME Code requirements.
• Work with hand and power tools common to the welding trade, including grinders, torches, plasma cutters, mag drills, and welding positioners.
• Perform grinding, fitting, and fabrication tasks to prepare materials and complete weld assemblies.
• Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to move materials, components, and finished products safely within the shop.
• Cross-train and assist in other areas and departments as needed, including stud welding, blasting, and assembly.
• Lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs as part of daily work activities.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience performing ASME Code compliant welds using MIG (Pulse/Spray/RMD), TIG, and FCAW processes.
• Hands-on pipe and plate welding experience with a variety of materials and thicknesses.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, weld symbols, and weld procedures.
• Proficiency in using a tape measure and applying basic math skills for layout and measurement.
• Demonstrated ability to set up and operate welding machines for different processes and materials.
• Experience using hand and power tools common to the welding trade, including grinders, torches, plasma cutters, mag drills, and welding positioners.
• Experience working with carbon steel, stainless steel, and other alloy materials.
• Ability to operate forklifts and overhead cranes safely in a shop environment.
• Physical ability to lift materials up to 50 lbs as required by daily tasks.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience fabricating spiral heat exchangers or similar complex welded assemblies.
• Grinding, fitting, and general fabrication work in a weld shop environment.
• Willingness to cross-train in stud welding, blasting, assembly, and other related operations.
• Comfort working with stainless steel and a range of alloy materials in addition to carbon steel.

Why Work Here?
You will join a small, close-knit weld shop where your skills and contributions are highly visible and valued. The schedule offers a four-day workweek with a first shift running Monday through Thursday, supporting work-life balance. The environment encourages cross-training and skill development, giving you the opportunity to broaden your experience across multiple welding and fabrication processes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Allentown, PA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $34.00/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 Allentown,PA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 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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