Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder – 1st or 2nd Shift

Job Description

This 1st shift welder role focuses on performing high‑quality MIG (GMAW) and Flux‑Cored (FCAW) welding on structural steel and fabricated components in a fabrication shop environment. You will read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols, lay out and fit parts to precise specifications, and ensure all welds meet quality and safety standards. The position offers year‑round, stable work with strong benefits, production incentives, and clear opportunities for advancement.

Work Environment

This role is on 1st shift with a 4x10 schedule, working approximately 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Overtime is typically available on Fridays, generally not mandatory, but you should be comfortable with mandatory overtime when required, with the opportunity to reach around 55 hours in a week. The position is based in an AISC‑certified fabrication shop focused on structural steel, where you work with welding equipment, structural steel components, hand tools, grinders, and precision measuring instruments. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and quality, with established safety procedures and AISC quality standards guiding daily work. Steel toe boots are required as part of the dress code, and the shop culture encourages collaboration, continuous improvement, and long‑term employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG (GMAW) and Flux‑Cored (FCAW) welding on structural steel and fabricated components according to job specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings to determine layout, weld type, and sequence of operations.
• Lay out, fit, and weld parts to specification, ensuring correct dimensions, alignment, and fit‑up.
• Inspect welds for quality, defects, and compliance with applicable standards and internal quality requirements.
• Use hand tools, grinders, and measuring instruments such as tape measures, squares, and calipers to verify accuracy and quality.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety‑focused work area in accordance with shop policies.
• Work collaboratively with fabrication, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues and complete projects efficiently.
• Follow all safety procedures and adhere to AISC quality requirements throughout the welding and fabrication process.
• Adapt to a variety of tasks and projects, avoiding repetitive, single‑station work by taking on different assignments as needed.
• Participate in performance reviews and apply feedback to continuously improve welding skills and productivity.

Essential Skills

• 2+ years of MIG welding experience in a fabrication shop setting, or a combination of weld schooling and experience equivalent to at least 1 year of hands‑on work.
• Proficiency in MIG (GMAW) welding on structural steel components.
• Proficiency in Flux‑Cored (FCAW) welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings accurately.
• Experience laying out parts, fitting up, and welding assemblies to specification.
• Structural welding experience or familiarity with structural steel fabrication.
• Skilled in using hand tools, grinders, and measuring instruments such as tape measures, squares, and calipers.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to inspect welds for quality and defects.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and AISC quality requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively with fabrication, engineering, and quality teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Formal welding schooling or training that can compensate for up to 1 year of required experience.
• Prior experience working with structural steel in an AISC‑certified shop is a plus.
• Comfort working overtime, including occasional mandatory overtime when needed.
• Willingness to participate in mentorship programs, skills development, and welding competitions.
• Interest in long‑term growth and advancement within a fabrication shop environment.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable, year‑round operation that invests heavily in its people through comprehensive benefits, development opportunities, and a culture of recognition. The benefits package includes health insurance with no deductible and simple copays, free primary care through Anovia Health, company‑paid dental, vision, life insurance, long‑term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. You receive a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting, paid time off after 90 days, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, safety toe boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement, and yearly bonuses based on company profitability. The organization promotes from within, supports long‑tenured careers, and provides mentorship for new hires along with 90‑day and annual reviews that can lead to pay increases. You benefit from production incentives such as Friday premium pay after 40 hours and double time after 50 hours, and you can showcase your skills in welding competitions with meaningful prizes. The work stays engaging, with varied tasks so you are never stuck in one spot, and you have clear pathways to advance your skills and career.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wausau, WI.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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 Wausau,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 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.