Structural Welder 2nd Shift

Job Title: Structural Welder 2nd ShiftJob Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Structural Steel Welder to join our team. In this role, you will work with heavy-grade structural steel, utilizing flux core dual shield welding techniques and thick 3/32 wire. If you are a motivated team player with a passion for precision and productivity, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Fabricate structural steel, working with heavy-grade metal ranging from 1 to 5+ inches thick.
• Perform flux core dual shield welding with thick 3/32 wire.
• Maintain accuracy by reading a tape measure to 1/16 of an inch and interpreting weld symbols on shop drawings.
• Operate and demonstrate proficiency with common welding shop tools.
• Collaborate with fitters who will handle blueprint reading, focusing on executing welds based on provided weld symbols.
• Sustain productivity and independence, even during repetitive welding tasks on identical pieces.

Essential Skills

• Expertise in flux core dual shield welding and working with thick structural steel.
• Strong ability to measure and interpret specifications with precision (1/16 of an inch).
• Proficient in reading shop drawings and weld symbols.
• Hands-on experience with welding shop tools.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bilingual capabilities are a plus.
• 3 years of structural welding experience is preferred but not required.
• 1 year of Flux core experience is preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a team with over 10 years of tenure, where everyone works hard and collaborates effectively. Enjoy medical, dental, and vision benefits, as well as 401k packages when brought on permanently. You will also have the opportunity to become certified in D1.5 seismic and restricted access welding (6G).

Work Environment

Work under a large awning that covers the shop floor in a standard welding shop environment. The area is open, dirty, dusty, and loud, typical of a steel fabrication shop. While shade is provided, the shop is not climate-controlled and can get hot. The position is for the 2nd shift, from 5 PM to 3:30 AM, averaging 55 to 58 hours a week. The team is consistently bidding on projects with over 100,000 man-hours and aims to reach 6 's once they start the new project.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of PEORIA, AZ.

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 PEORIA,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 12, 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.

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.