Aluminum Welder

Aerotek; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Portland, OR is seeking experienced Aluminum Welders for ship repair and fabrication. The role requires hands-on aluminum welding, MIG proficiency, and the ability to pass a weld test.

Work involves welding aluminum components on vessels per blueprints and specifications, with duties across multiple positions. The position is contract-based, onsite in Portland, with 12-hour shifts (4:00 AM or 2:00 PM) and a pay rate of $35/hour.

Qualifications

• Previous aluminum welding experience required.
• Strong MIG welding experience.
• Experience welding 5XXX-series aluminum preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Ability to weld in multiple positions.
• Must pass the required weld test/X-ray inspection.
• Pulse arc experience is a plus.
• TIG and flux-core welding experience is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform aluminum welding and fabrication on vessels.
• Read and work from ship specifications, work orders, drawings, and blueprints.
• Fit, form, shape, and weld components according to specifications.
• Perform burning, beveling, and material preparation.
• Use carbon arc gouging for weld preparation and cleanup.
• Perform MIG welding, with pulse arc experience strongly preferred.
• Complete welds in multiple positions while maintaining required quality standards.

Skills

Aluminum welding

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Multi-position welding

Weld test / X-ray

Pulse arc

TIG welding

Flux-core welding

Job description

Aluminum Welder Ship Repair (5XXX Aluminum)

Pay: $35/hour

Portland, OR

Job Description

We are hiring experienced Aluminum Welders for ship repair and fabrication work. Candidates must have hands‑on aluminum welding experience, be proficient with MIG welding, and be able to successfully complete the required weld test. This position involves welding and fabricating aluminum components in multiple positions based on ship specifications, blueprints, and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform aluminum welding and fabrication on vessels.
• Read and work from ship specifications, work orders, drawings, and blueprints.
• Fit, form, shape, and weld components according to specifications.
• Perform burning, beveling, and material preparation.
• Use carbon arc gouging for weld preparation and cleanup.
• Perform MIG welding, with pulse arc experience strongly preferred.
• Complete welds in multiple positions while maintaining required quality standards.

Qualifications

• Previous aluminum welding experience required.
• Strong MIG welding experience.
• Experience welding 5XXX-series aluminum preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Ability to weld in multiple positions.
• Must be able to successfully pass the required weld test/X-ray inspection.
• Pulse arc experience is a plus.
• TIG and flux-core welding experience is also preferred.

Work Environment & Schedule

This is a shipyard position with the majority of work performed outdoors aboard vessels, with some shop work as needed. Candidates should be comfortable working long shifts in an active shipyard environment.

• Day Shift: Starts at 4:00 AM
• Swing Shift: Starts at 2:00 PM
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 6 days per week
• Pay: $35/hour

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

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.