Combo welder Jobs in Rockford, IL

Fit-Up Welder (Custom Fabrication Shop)

Build Custom Projects • Grow Your Skills • Hands-On Work

We’re hiring a Fit-Up Welder to join our custom fabrication job shop. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, enjoys working independently, and wants to be involved in the full fabrication process—from fit-up to final weld.

You’ll set up your own equipment, weld to print, and ensure quality before parts move to the next stage.

What You’ll Do

• Perform MIG welding on mild steel, sheet metal, and heavy plate
• Read and follow blueprints, layouts, and work orders
• Fit and assemble parts prior to welding for proper alignment
• Set up your own welding equipment (wire selection, settings,
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specs
• Complete inspection and quality documentation
• Use shop math to verify measurements (1/16”–1/32”)
• Use hand tools to prep, position, and finish components
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

Role Flexibility

• Welder-focused: Heavy plate welding using cored wire (AWS D1.1 standards)
• Welder/Fitter: Take parts from fit-up through welding and final inspection
• Training available for cross-skilling

What We’re Looking For

• MIG welding experience (fabrication or job shop preferred)
• Ability to read and apply blueprints and welding drawings
• Fit-up and part alignment experience
• Ability to set up your own machine and inspect your work
• Basic shop math skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• TIG and/or stick welding experience
• Sheet metal fabrication experience
• AWS D1.1 certification or experience
• Flux core (cored wire) welding experience
• Custom fabrication or job shop experience
• Interest in learning fitting or expanding skills

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Hands-on, custom fabrication work (no repetitive production)
• Opportunity to grow and learn new welding skills
• Supportive, team-oriented environment
• Consistent 1st shift schedule for work-life balance
• Safety-focused, organized shop

Schedule

1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Occasional overtime (typically ends by 4:30 PM)

Work Environment

• Custom job shop setting
• Work with mild steel, sheet metal, and heavy plate
• Exposure to MIG, TIG, and stick welding
• Clean, organized, safety-first environment
• Standard welding PPE required

Apply Today

Qualified or interested candidates may apply directly to this posting or contact Jon Jensen at (815-394-5523) / (-If you’re a welder who enjoys building custom parts, working independently, and taking pride in your craft—apply now and grow your career with us.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

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 Rockford,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Aerotek

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: | 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.