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Job Title: Welder

Job Description

We are seeking skilled Welders, Fitters, and Leads to join our team. This role involves structural welding with various wire sizes, primarily flux core, on 1/2 inch or thicker steel in multiple positions (1-3G) on mild steel. You will also assist in pre-fabrication operations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding using various wire sizes, primarily flux core.

• Weld 1/2 inch or thicker steel in positions 1-3G on mild steel.

• Assist in pre-fabrication operations when necessary.

• Fitter: Conduct full layout and fitting of structural assemblies according to blueprints and welding symbols.

• Verify layout with quality checks.

• Collaborate with the welding team to complete job sections.

• Lead: Oversee all job aspects including layout/fitting, welding, and quality throughout project completion.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in welding, fitting, and fabricating structural steel.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.

• Experience with flux core and dual shield welding.

• Structural welding skills, including 3G certification.

• Welders: Must pass a 1/2 inch plate test in 3G.

• Fitters: Must pass a 1/2 inch plate test in 1G and be able to walk through a drawing and layout.

• Lead: Must pass a 1/2 inch plate test in 1G and be able to walk through a drawing and layout.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• WABO and AWS Certifications are preferred but not required.

• Experience in welding and fabricating structural steel.

Why Work Here?

We offer a great company culture with very little turnover and a diversified business that is not prone to layoffs. Compensation is based on performance rather than tenure, ensuring that skilled welders and fitters are recognized and rewarded quickly. We provide competitive wages and are selective about the projects we undertake.

Work Environment

Our local shop handles structural projects and supports national operations for structural conveying systems used in mining. The majority of projects support structural, architectural, and construction projects. Our 100,000 square foot AISC-Certified Manufacturing Center includes complete fabrication, sandblasting, and painting facilities, along with a state-of-the-art computer drafting and modeling department. We prioritize a healthy work/life balance, competitive compensation, and a respectful, inclusive work environment that promotes individual growth and recognition.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, Oregon.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $32.00

• 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 Portland,OR.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Nov 30, 2024.

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.