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Structural Welder/ironworker

Aerotek • Suffolk, VA • 8h ago

Structural Welder

Location: Suffolk, VA (On-Site)

Schedule:

Monday-Friday: 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM ( Mandatory )

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $26-$32/hr

We are hiring multiple skilled Structural Welders to support fabrication and welding operations on a dry dock project. This is a great opportunity for welders experienced with flux core, stick, MIG, and structural fabrication who want steady overtime, consistent scheduling, and long-term work.

What You'll Do

Perform structural welding on a dry dock following drawings and specifications.

Fabricate and assemble metal structures using flux core, stick, and MIG processes.

Operate forklifts to move materials and equipment.

Use mechanical skills for rigging, layout, plasma cutting, and related tasks.

Follow applicable codes, standards, and safety procedures.

Inspect completed welds and assemblies for accuracy and quality.

Required Skills

Proficient in flux core , stick , and MIG welding.

Experience with structural welding and construction-based fabrication.

Ability to read and interpret drawings or basic layout instructions.

Capable of working in a physically demanding industrial environment.

Preferred Skills

Experience with TIG welding.

Familiarity with rigging or heavy-duty fabrication tasks.

Why This Role Stands Out

Overtime built directly into the schedule.

Consistent, reliable work.

Opportunity to sharpen and demonstrate advanced welding skills.

Supportive work environment focused on craftsmanship, accuracy, and safety.

Work Environment

Industrial dry dock environment.

Use of forklifts and heavy equipment.

Fast-paced setting with a structured schedule.

Mandatory Saturday shifts.

30-minute lunch break.

Testing Requirement

Candidates will be required to complete:

Flux core and stick weld test

Pipe welding test

Bend test for qualification

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Suffolk, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $32.00/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 Suffolk,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 1, 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.

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