TIG Welder/Fabricator**
**Job Description**
This position involves working in a custom weld/fabrication shop, utilizing various tools for fabricating, welding, assembly, and finishing handrail systems. Candidates will be expected to read schematics or blueprints to determine the type of weld required for assembly and completion of handrail systems. The role offers a gradual learning opportunity, as new hires will start in one area and progressively learn different roles, ensuring proficiency across all departments over time.
**Responsibilities**
+ Measure, layout, cut, fit, join, and fabricate stainless steel railing systems using appropriate measurement and welding techniques.
+ Read and interpret shop drawings, project plans, blueprints, and other written instructions to perform fabrication of high-end architectural stainless steel railings and components.
+ Operate welding equipment to produce quality TIG welds in stainless steel in both horizontal and vertical positions.
+ Grind and polish stainless steel materials to required finish specifications.
+ Operate metal working equipment such as saws, drill presses, punch presses, bar and pipe benders, brakes, grinders, and polishers, along with various portable and hand tools.
+ Perform detailed quality checks to verify accuracy of manufactured products against fabrication drawings and ensure all standards and requirements are met.
+ Utilize knowledge of machinery and equipment, mathematics, and physical sciences to complete fabrication as necessary.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience in TIG welding stainless steel.
+ Ability to read and understand blueprints and weld symbols.
+ Proficiency in using tape measures, calipers, protractors, and related tools.
+ Capability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts, and understanding of both metric and imperial systems of measurement.
+ Ability to do layout work.
+ Logical reasoning skills for troubleshooting and solving practical problems.
+ Physical ability to safely lift up to sixty pounds.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience in stainless steel fabrication, including cutting tube, grinding, polishing, bending, and assembly.
+ Ability to follow detailed assembly instructions.
+ Extremely safety conscious with adherence to all safety processes and procedures.
+ Ability and willingness to follow and interpret instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
+ Experience in working in a team-oriented environment and showing a sense of urgency in completing tasks.
**Why Work Here?**
This position offers an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates from trade schools to develop skills and proficiency across various departments in the shop. The workplace culture is laid-back, with a supportive environment where new hires are gradually trained and not left to 'figure it out' on their own.
**Work Environment**
The shop includes CNC operators and welder/fabricators, overseen by a manufacturing supervisor and VP of Operations. The team consists of approximately 30 employees between 1st and 2nd shifts, with the 2nd shift being smaller. The work areas are divided into welder fabricating, machining, and general labor/assembly departments, promoting teamwork and cooperation. The dress code requires work pants, t-shirts, and steel toe boots or sneakers.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of COLUMBIA, Pennsylvania.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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 COLUMBIA,PA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.
**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.
**Job Description**
This position involves working in a custom weld/fabrication shop, utilizing various tools for fabricating, welding, assembly, and finishing handrail systems. Candidates will be expected to read schematics or blueprints to determine the type of weld required for assembly and completion of handrail systems. The role offers a gradual learning opportunity, as new hires will start in one area and progressively learn different roles, ensuring proficiency across all departments over time.
**Responsibilities**
+ Measure, layout, cut, fit, join, and fabricate stainless steel railing systems using appropriate measurement and welding techniques.
+ Read and interpret shop drawings, project plans, blueprints, and other written instructions to perform fabrication of high-end architectural stainless steel railings and components.
+ Operate welding equipment to produce quality TIG welds in stainless steel in both horizontal and vertical positions.
+ Grind and polish stainless steel materials to required finish specifications.
+ Operate metal working equipment such as saws, drill presses, punch presses, bar and pipe benders, brakes, grinders, and polishers, along with various portable and hand tools.
+ Perform detailed quality checks to verify accuracy of manufactured products against fabrication drawings and ensure all standards and requirements are met.
+ Utilize knowledge of machinery and equipment, mathematics, and physical sciences to complete fabrication as necessary.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience in TIG welding stainless steel.
+ Ability to read and understand blueprints and weld symbols.
+ Proficiency in using tape measures, calipers, protractors, and related tools.
+ Capability to apply basic algebra and geometry concepts, and understanding of both metric and imperial systems of measurement.
+ Ability to do layout work.
+ Logical reasoning skills for troubleshooting and solving practical problems.
+ Physical ability to safely lift up to sixty pounds.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Experience in stainless steel fabrication, including cutting tube, grinding, polishing, bending, and assembly.
+ Ability to follow detailed assembly instructions.
+ Extremely safety conscious with adherence to all safety processes and procedures.
+ Ability and willingness to follow and interpret instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
+ Experience in working in a team-oriented environment and showing a sense of urgency in completing tasks.
**Why Work Here?**
This position offers an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates from trade schools to develop skills and proficiency across various departments in the shop. The workplace culture is laid-back, with a supportive environment where new hires are gradually trained and not left to 'figure it out' on their own.
**Work Environment**
The shop includes CNC operators and welder/fabricators, overseen by a manufacturing supervisor and VP of Operations. The team consists of approximately 30 employees between 1st and 2nd shifts, with the 2nd shift being smaller. The work areas are divided into welder fabricating, machining, and general labor/assembly departments, promoting teamwork and cooperation. The dress code requires work pants, t-shirts, and steel toe boots or sneakers.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of COLUMBIA, Pennsylvania.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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 COLUMBIA,PA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2025.
**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.
Job ID: 487803071
Originally Posted on: 8/2/2025
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