Welder

Job Title: Welder / Fabricator

Job Description

This Welder/Fabricator role focuses on producing high-quality welded products while maintaining welding tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner to meet the organizations quality and production standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform wire feed (MIG) welding on a variety of metal components in accordance with established specifications and quality standards.

• Fabricate and assemble parts using weld fixtures and layout techniques to ensure accurate dimensions and fit.

• Read and interpret blueprints, work order routings, and written instructions to determine material requirements, welding sequence, and fabrication steps.

• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to verify dimensions before and after welding and fabrication.

• Set up, operate, and maintain welding tools and equipment in a safe and efficient manner, reporting any issues or needed repairs.

• Inspect completed welds and fabricated assemblies for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, making adjustments as needed.

• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines in the fabrication and weld shop to maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to coordinate workflow and meet production schedules.

• Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot fabrication or welding issues and improve processes where possible.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrated skill level in wire feed (MIG) welding.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.

• Ability to read and use a tape measure with precision.

• Ability to read and understand work order routings and instructions.

• Ability to layout parts using weld fixtures.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a fabrication and weld shop environment is beneficial.

• Comfort working with production standards and quality requirements.

• Ability to work different shifts and overtime as needed.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-term, stable company that offers significant opportunities for growth and development. You will work in an environment that values skill, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement, with the chance to expand your experience and advance your career over time.

Work Environment

This position is based in a fabrication and weld shop environment, working with welding tools, fixtures, and related equipment. Standard hours include a first shift from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with mandatory overtime on Saturdays that is expected to decrease as additional team members are added. A third shift is available from 6:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, or as a 12-hour schedule Monday through Thursday to allow Fridays off, with a shift premium of $1.75. The role requires working around active welding and fabrication operations, following safety procedures, and maintaining a clean and organized work area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ooltewah, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.25/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Ooltewah,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

About Aerotek

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 meets 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 solving for 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.

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.