Welder

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role is ideal for an experienced MIG welder who enjoys working in a custom fabrication environment with stainless steel and aluminum. You will contribute to a variety of unique projects, using your welding expertise and equipment operation skills to produce high-quality, custom-built components and structures.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum components for custom fabrication projects.
• Work on a wide range of custom projects such as chemical storage tanks, water tanks, silos, and other specialized structures.
• Operate an overhead crane to safely move and position materials and finished products as needed.
• Operate a forklift to transport materials and equipment around the facility in a safe and efficient manner.
• Read and interpret blueprints to understand project specifications, dimensions, and welding requirements.
• Accommodate various types, sizes, and thicknesses of materials while maintaining quality standards.
• Lift and handle materials and equipment weighing up to 75 lbs as part of daily tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to plan, sequence, and complete welding and fabrication work.
• Work both independently and as part of a cohesive team to meet project deadlines and quality expectations.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while welding and operating equipment to maintain a safe work environment.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of MIG welding experience.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain at least 1 year of tenure in previous positions.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Experience working with stainless steel and aluminum in a fabrication setting.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs safely and repeatedly.
• Basic experience operating a forklift.
• Basic experience operating an overhead crane.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable, cohesive team where many welders have built long-term careers over 5–10 years, reflecting a supportive and collaborative culture. The environment encourages teamwork, skill development, and pride in craftsmanship on unique, custom projects. A consistent first-shift schedule with defined hours supports work-life balance, while opportunities for overtime provide additional earning potential for those who want it.

Work Environment

The role is based in a custom fabrication shop that focuses on stainless steel and aluminum projects, including chemical storage tanks, water tanks, silos, and other specialized structures. Welders work both individually and as part of a close-knit team to complete projects from start to finish. The standard first-shift schedule runs from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Fridays, with typical overtime hours from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. The environment involves regular use of MIG welding equipment, overhead cranes, forklifts, and fabrication machinery, with an emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $21.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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: Aerotek.com | 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.

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.