Welder

Job Title: Welder Job Description
This role focuses on performing high-quality TIG (GTAW) welding on stainless steel rails and related components in a heavy industrial environment. The welder reads and interprets blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions, sets up and adjusts welding equipment, and ensures all welds meet strict quality and production standards while maintaining a safe and organized work area.
Responsibilities

• Perform TIG (GTAW) welding on stainless steel rails and related components with consistent quality and precision.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and detailed work instructions to complete welding tasks correctly.
• Set up, operate, and adjust welding equipment as needed to meet job specifications and production requirements.
• Inspect completed welds to verify quality, accuracy, and structural integrity, making corrections when necessary.
• Follow established safety guidelines and maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Meet daily and weekly production schedules while maintaining high quality standards.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to resolve issues and ensure efficient workflow.
• Handle materials and fabricated parts safely in a heavy industrial environment.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on welding experience, including previous TIG (GTAW) welding work.
• Proficiency in TIG welding on stainless steel materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and work instructions accurately.
• Strong fabrication skills and understanding of welding processes and techniques.
• Ability to set up and adjust welding equipment to meet job requirements.
• Attention to detail when inspecting welds for quality, accuracy, and structural integrity.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining a safe work area.
• Reliability in meeting production schedules and quality expectations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with stainless steel welding in a heavy industrial environment.
• Comfort working in higher-temperature conditions with appropriate safety measures in place.
• Ability to work a consistent day shift schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• Strong work ethic and ability to stay focused and productive throughout the shift.
• Willingness to learn and improve welding and fabrication skills over time.

Why Work Here?
Employees benefit from a supportive environment that values skill development and long-term growth. The organization offers tuition reimbursement of up to $7,000 annually after becoming permanent, helping team members advance their careers and education. Team members also enjoy 10 paid holidays, contributing to a healthy work-life balance. The culture emphasizes safety, respect, and continuous improvement, creating a workplace where dedicated welders can build a stable and rewarding career.
Work Environment
This position is based in a heavy industrial facility where temperatures can reach up to approximately 108 degrees. The employer provides water stations and a slushie machine in the break room to help employees stay cool and hydrated throughout the day. Work is performed on a day shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The environment involves working around industrial equipment and fabricated materials, with a strong emphasis on safety procedures, proper use of welding equipment, and maintaining a clean, organized work area. Appropriate work attire suitable for a heavy industrial and welding environment is expected, including protective gear as required.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bowling Green, KY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Bowling Green,KY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.

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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.

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