Welder Trainee

Job Description Now hiring a Welder Trainee to join our comprehensive training program! Job Description As a Welder Trainee, you will be responsible for mastering welding skills, operating equipment safely, and assembling metal parts with precision. You will undergo a comprehensive training program to qualify for a full-time welding position. Responsibilities Pass and maintain required welder certifications and qualifications. Operate overhead cranes and welding equipment safely. Set up and adjust welding equipment for proper weld quality. Weld and assemble metal components in various positions. Heat, form, fit, and position materials for welding. Read blueprints, follow work instructions, and use measuring tools accurately. Maintain quality standards and attention to detail. Cross-train and support various production areas as needed. Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work area. Work effectively independently and as part of a team. Maintain reliable attendance and perform other duties as assigned. Essential Skills Proficiency with tape measure, assembly, production, hand tools, mechanical assembly, power tools, and manufacturing mechanical tasks. Welding experience or certification through an educational institution. Experience in a manufacturing environment. Additional Information Sign-on bonus available once a direct employee. Earn up to $1,500 bonus during your first year of employment. Double-time pay for hours worked on Sundays. Supportive team environment that encourages both independent work and collaboration. Join a growing welding department with plans to expand from 300 to 400 employees. Perform repetitive production welding on the same parts daily. Work in a culture that values safety, teamwork, and individual contribution. Dress code includes jeans, steel-toe boots, and a clean work shirt. Complete a 7-week training program on 1st shift (6:00 AM – 4:00 PM). Multiple shift options available following completion of training program. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mc Connellsburg, PA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $22.75/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 Mc Connellsburg,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 12, 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr