Bend Welder

Aerotek; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Bend Welder for a contract-to-hire role in Pueblo, CO. The position involves setting up and operating manual and automated welding equipment, performing welding per Work Instructions, and using flame/plasma cutting when needed.

You will join a safety-focused team, read blueprints, perform quality inspections, coordinate with team leaders, train lower-level welders, and maintain production records. Expect multi-process welding on heavy fabrication components.

Qualifications

• Two years of welding experience in a heavy fabrication industry or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings and technical work instructions.
• Must pass pre-employment welding skills assessment.
• Must pass pre-employment Reading, Math, and Locating Information assessments.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Proficient in English (speaking, reading, understanding).

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust manual welding, automated welding, and flame/plasma cutting equipment.
• Utilize GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW processes for tack welding and finishing weld components.
• Prepare welding joints and repair surface/weld imperfections using cutting equipment and grinding.
• Conduct product quality inspections and make necessary corrections.
• Operate material handling equipment, overhead cranes, and rigging to fit and relocate tower section components.
• Replenish welding equipment consumables and conduct daily maintenance inspections.
• Coordinate with team leaders and production employees to prioritize product processing.
• Inspect completed work for defects and perform rework if necessary to meet quality standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor repairs or adjustments.
• Collaborate with supervisors and engineers to implement process improvements and optimize production.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to lower-level welders.
• Maintain records of production metrics, machine maintenance, and material inventory.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and conduct safety briefings.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication

Production

Quality inspection

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certificate (preferred)

Tools

GMAW

FCAW

SMAW

SAW

Job description

Job Title: Bend Welder Job Description

Ensure a safe, clean, and orderly work environment by adhering to safety protocols, performing routine housekeeping, and organizing the workspace. Operate manual and automated welding, as well as flame/plasma cutting equipment, to perform welding tasks as outlined in Production Work Instructions and Welding Process Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust manual welding, automated welding, and flame/plasma cutting equipment.
• Utilize GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW processes for tack welding and finishing weld components.
• Prepare welding joints and repair surface/weld imperfections using cutting equipment and grinding.
• Conduct product quality inspections and make necessary corrections.
• Operate material handling equipment, overhead cranes, and rigging to fit and relocate tower section components.
• Replenish welding equipment consumables and conduct daily maintenance inspections.
• Coordinate with team leaders and production employees to prioritize product processing.
• Inspect completed work for defects and perform rework if necessary to meet quality standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform minor repairs or adjustments.
• Collaborate with supervisors and engineers to implement process improvements and optimize production.
• Provide guidance and technical expertise to lower-level welders.
• Maintain records of production metrics, machine maintenance, and material inventory.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and conduct safety briefings.

Essential Skills

• Experience in welding, blueprint reading, fabrication, and production.
• Ability to perform basic welding and bending operations under supervision for Level 1.
• Capability to perform more complex welding tasks for Level 2.
• Proficiency in advanced welding and bending operations for Level 3.
• Experience overseeing complex or high-priority welding tasks for Level 4.
• Two years of work experience with zero safety violations for Level 2.
• Ability to consistently meet daily efficiency requirements to standard hours.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Certificate in welding from an accredited technical school.
• Minimum of 2 years of welding experience in a heavy fabrication industry or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings and technical work instructions.
• Proficient in English language skills including speaking, reading, and understanding.
• Must pass pre-employment welding skills assessment.
• Must pass pre-employment Reading, Math, and Locating Information assessments.

Why Work Here?

Join a company that values safety, quality, and innovation. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is heavily industrial, with exposure to loud machine noise, cutting torches, and grinding sparks. Ability to work safely around toxic or corrosive chemicals, at heights, and on uneven surfaces is required.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pueblo, CO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 & 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Pueblo,CO.

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.