Welder And Fabricator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder and Fabricator

Job Description

This role focuses on laying out, fitting, and welding fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural frames and machinery parts for industrial equipment. You will work from blueprints and schematics to produce high‑quality welds, primarily using MIG and spray arc processes, in a busy fabrication shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, position, align, and fit components together to assemble structural frames and machinery parts.
• Read and interpret work specifications, work orders, blueprints, and schematics to determine welding requirements.
• Identify and correctly apply universal weld symbols and work with various materials.
• Set up and operate welding equipment, primarily for MIG and spray arc welding, and use flux core and metal-cored wire as needed.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, and overhead positions, with the majority of welding performed in flat positions.
• Accurately cut, clean, de-burr, and prepare parts for welding to ensure proper fit and weld quality.
• Perform air arc gouging to remove welds or prepare weld joints as required.
• Visually inspect completed welds to verify adherence to specifications and quality standards.
• Use rigging, cranes, and jib cranes safely to move and position large-scale parts and assemblies.
• Work safely around large industrial fabrication equipment and follow all shop safety procedures.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of MIG welding experience in an industrial equipment manufacturing or industrial fabrication environment.
• Strong MIG welding skills, including spray arc welding in primarily flat positions with some out-of-position work.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
• Strong understanding and application of weld symbols.
• Proven fitting and fabrication experience, including assembling large structural components.
• Experience working in an industrial fabrication shop with large-scale parts.
• Ability to accurately measure and work from measurements, including reading a tape measure.
• Ability to set up and operate welding equipment safely and effectively.
• Capability to work with structural steel and various metals used in industrial fabrication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with spray arc welding processes in a production or fabrication shop setting.
• Familiarity with flux core and metal-cored wire welding processes.
• Experience using rigging equipment, cranes, and jib cranes to handle large components.
• Experience in welding and fabrication for structural steel or heavy industrial machinery.
• Ability to perform air arc gouging for weld removal and joint preparation.
• Comfort working from detailed blueprints, schematic diagrams, and work orders in a fast-paced environment.

Why Work Here?

The company offers a stable and growth-oriented environment, supported by a diversified portfolio across multiple markets that provides strong job security. It is expanding its production space with two new large fabrication shops, bringing more projects in-house and creating additional opportunities for skilled tradespeople. Team members benefit from a generous profit-sharing program paid up to three times per year when the company is profitable, as well as a comprehensive package of paid holidays and progressive paid time off. Long-term disability and life insurance are fully company-paid, supporting employees’ financial security and peace of mind.

Work Environment

You will work in a fabrication shop environment focused on industrial equipment and large-scale parts. The role involves frequent exposure to fumes and airborne particles, occasional work around moving mechanical parts and at heights, and a generally loud noise level typical of heavy fabrication operations. Positions are available on day and swing shifts: the day shift runs Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., with overtime often available at the start of the shift and a requirement to be open to starting as early as 5:00 a.m.; the swing shift runs Monday through Thursday from 3:45 p.m. to 2:15 a.m., with optional overtime on Fridays and a shift differential. Work involves hands-on use of welding equipment, rigging, cranes, and jib cranes, and requires appropriate shop attire and adherence to all safety and personal protective equipment requirements.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wilsonville, OR.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 Wilsonville,OR.

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

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.

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.