Welder

Job Title: Welder Job Description

This role focuses on performing high-quality MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components used in electrical and structural assemblies. You will contribute to the fabrication of sub-assemblies and final assemblies in a busy manufacturing environment that produces reels, conductor bar, festoon systems, and related industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum parts for electrical and structural sub-assemblies and final assemblies.

• Carry out various fit-up tasks, including aligning, positioning, and securing components prior to welding.

• Execute tack welding and final welding operations in accordance with engineering specifications and quality standards.

• Read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings to determine weld locations, dimensions, and assembly requirements.

• Set up and operate welding equipment, including arc welders, spot welders, and cutting torches.

• Use clamps, bolts, jigs, vice grips, and welding fixtures to hold workpieces in place and maintain proper alignment during welding.

• Inspect completed welds for quality, accuracy, and adherence to safety and production standards, making adjustments as needed.

• Follow established safety procedures to work safely in a machine shop environment with fumes, heat, and high noise levels.

• Collaborate with production and fabrication teams to meet daily output and quality goals.

• Support weekend production needs when required to meet manufacturing schedules.

Essential Skills

• Proven MIG and TIG welding experience on stainless steel and aluminum, typically 2+ years.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings accurately.

• Hands-on experience performing fit-up, tack welding, and final welding on structural and electrical assemblies.

• Proficiency using welding tools and equipment such as arc welders, spot welders, cutting torches, clamps, bolts, jigs, vice grips, and fixtures.

• Knowledge of welding techniques and practices that ensure strong, clean, and precise welds.

• Understanding of safe work practices in a machine shop environment, including working around fumes and high noise.

• Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality in a fast-paced production setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3–5 years of welding experience or completion of an associate degree or welding certification program.

• Experience welding stainless steel, aluminum, and steel in flat positions, including 3G position.

• Valid welding certifications for stainless steel, aluminum, and steel in flat 3G position are a plus.

• Certification that covers Heli Arc, TIG, gas-shielded, and stick welding is highly desirable.

• AWS (American Welding Society) certification preferred but not required.

• Openness to candidates who are recent graduates from welding school, provided they demonstrate strong foundational skills.

• Strong blueprint reading skills and familiarity with fabrication processes.

Why Work Here?

You will join a manufacturing operation that offers stable, hands-on work with complex and varied industrial products, providing opportunities to grow your welding skills across multiple processes and materials. The environment values craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork, and offers structured shifts that support work-life balance while allowing overtime opportunities when production demands increase.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large manufacturing and machine shop environment with extensive fabrication and welding operations. You will work primarily on a first shift schedule, from 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM, with Monday through Thursday hours also noted as 1:30 PM to 12:00 AM depending on production needs. Weekend work may be involved based on demand. The facility houses equipment such as arc welders, spot welders, cutting torches, and a variety of fixtures, clamps, and jigs. The environment is typical of a busy machine shop, with exposure to welding fumes, heat, and significant noise levels. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required, and practical work attire suitable for welding and fabrication work is expected.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Omaha, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45000.00 - $52000.00/yr.

Health, dental, and life insurance 401(k) retirement plan Paid vacation, personal time, and holidays Profit sharing Tuition reimbursement Opportunities for career development and advancement

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.