Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder Job Description

This role focuses on cutting, welding, and fitting steel components to fabricate and assemble industrial systems. You will perform MIG welding on carbon steel, build cart dumps, monorail system components, and sorting systems, and use blueprints to produce accurate assemblies while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

• Cut, weld, and fit steel components to create structural and process assemblies.
• Perform MIG welding on carbon steel in accordance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Assemble cart dumps, monorail system components, and sorting systems from fabricated steel parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints to produce precise and compliant assemblies.
• Use tape measures and other basic measuring tools to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Work independently to complete assigned fabrication and welding tasks with minimal supervision.
• Support installation and assembly of material handling conveyor and related equipment as needed.
• Assist with rigging and handling structural steel or process pipe when required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance fabrication quality and efficiency.

• Proficiency in MIG welding on carbon steel.
• Demonstrated ability to cut, weld, and fit steel components accurately.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints to fabricate and assemble steel structures.
• Capability to read and take measurements using a tape measure with precision.
• Ability to pass a welding test using a stick welder, including bringing and using personal hood and gloves.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks with minimal supervision.
• Experience maintaining a clean and safe work environment in a fabrication or industrial setting.

• Experience working in or around industrial laundries.
• Prior experience working with structural steel or process pipe.
• Previous rigging experience, including safe handling and movement of heavy materials.
• Past experience with material handling conveyor systems.
• General fabrication skills, including cutting, fitting, and assembling steel components.

Employees benefit from competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, along with overtime opportunities at time-and-a-half. The organization offers stable, regular working days each week and a first-shift schedule that supports work-life balance. Team members join a safety-focused environment where craftsmanship is valued and there is consistent, hands-on work with industrial systems.

This position operates in an industrial fabrication and assembly environment focused on steel structures, process piping, and material handling conveyor systems. Work is typically performed on a first (day) shift with normal working days per week and overtime compensated at time-and-a-half. The role involves working in or around industrial laundries and other industrial facilities, handling structural steel and process pipe, and using welding equipment, tape measures, and rigging tools. Employees are expected to follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized workspace, wearing appropriate welding gear such as a hood and gloves and other suitable industrial attire.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Decatur, GA.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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 fully onsite position in Decatur,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 13, 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.