Structural Welder 2nd Shift

We are hiring for Structural Welder - 2nd Shift in Peoria, AZ!

Job 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?

• Candidates will be part of 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.
• Gain certification 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 that is dusty daily.
• The open area shop is dirty, dusty, and loud, typical of a steel fabrication shop.
• Although the shop provides shade, it is not climate controlled and can get hot.
• The 2nd shift operates from 5pm to 3:30am, currently working an average of 55 to 58 hours a week.
• The team consistently bids on jobs that have over 100k man-hours with a goal to reach six figures once new projects commence.

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 Oct 31, 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.