Job Title: MIG Welder
Job Description
This role focuses on MIG welding with .035 hard wire on thin gauge mild steel ranging from 1/8" to 1/2" thick, with special projects up to 1". You will interpret blueprints and welding symbols, set up your own welding equipment, and perform precise, high-quality welds in a busy fabrication and production environment.
Responsibilities
Perform MIG welding using .035 hard wire on mild steel components from 1/8" to 1/2" thickness, with occasional work on steel up to 1" thick.
Set up and adjust welding machines independently, including configuring amps and volts from a zeroed starting point.
Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, layouts, dimensions, and welding procedure specifications (WPS) to complete jobs accurately.
Identify and apply correct weld symbols from blueprints to ensure proper weld placement and quality.
Fit up your own parts using fixtures and jigs to prepare assemblies for welding.
Produce clean, smooth welds free of sharp edges and defects, meeting established quality standards.
Use tape measures and other basic measuring tools to verify dimensions and ensure precise fabrication.
Follow established welding procedures for MIG, FCAW, and GMAW processes as required by each project.
Work on a variety of projects supporting industries such as railroad and transportation, military, construction, and oil and gas.
Collaborate with team members in a high-volume weld and paint shop environment to meet production goals and deadlines.
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures while operating welding equipment and working in the shop.
Essential Skills
At least 1 year of welding experience in a manufacturing environment.
Proficiency in MIG welding, specifically using .035 hard wire on mild steel.
Ability to set up and adjust welding machines independently, including amps and volts.
Strong blueprint reading skills, including the ability to identify and interpret weld symbols.
Ability to fit up parts using fixtures and prepare assemblies for welding.
Competence in reading and using a tape measure and working accurately with dimensions.
Experience with GMAW welding processes and welding symbols.
Capability to produce clean, smooth welds that meet quality standards.
Comfort working in a fabrication shop or production welding environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with FCAW welding processes.
Background in fabrication shop welding in addition to production or structural welding.
Familiarity with stainless steel welding.
Knowledge of welding procedures, schematics, layouts, and WPS documentation.
Exposure to TIG welding processes.
Ability to work on projects for diverse industries such as railroad, transportation, military, construction, and oil and gas.
Why Work Here?
Employees enjoy full-time employment with eligibility for benefits, PTO, and a 401(k) plan with employer contribution. The workplace offers company incentives, position-based bonus potential, and engaging luncheons with prizes. Recognition programs such as Iron man/woman awards include cash rewards, and full-time employees can earn referral bonuses. Benefits become available after 60 days of full-time employment, PTO is available after 6 months, and a second shift differential is offered for eligible full-time team members.
Work Environment
The weld and paint shop is a large, active facility with approximately 120 employees, including around 80 welders. The environment includes a paint booth and multiple weld stations, supporting work for railroad and transportation, military, construction, and oil and gas industries. Team members work in a production-oriented setting with established procedures and equipment for MIG, FCAW, and GMAW welding. Shifts currently operate as follows: first shift from 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (currently extended from 5:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., subject to change) and second shift from 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (currently 5:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., subject to change). The shop environment emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency while supporting a variety of industrial projects.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Worth,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 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.
