Maintenance Welder

Aerotek; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Medical, dental, and vision

Life Insurance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Maintenance Welder/Fitter in Milwaukee, WI to weld and fit heavy components for conveyor systems and equipment. You will read blueprints, set up welding equipment, and ensure weld quality across various metals, including stainless steel.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and precise workmanship in a clean fabrication shop. The position is contract to hire, onsite in Milwaukee with a first shift 6:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• 4+ years welding experience, heavy plate/structural steel
• MIG welding proficiency, including heavy plate MIG
• Flux core and metal core welding proficiency
• Ability to read blueprints accurately
• Experience welding structural steel and stainless steel
• Operate press brakes and plasma cutting equipment
• Understand welding quality standards and inspection practices
• Work with medium to large/heavy components safely

Responsibilities

• Weld components for conveyor systems and heavy equipment using flux core, MIG, and metal core processes.
• Perform heavy plate welding to meet strength and safety requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specs for welding and fitting.
• Set up and operate welding equipment with proper parameters and consumables.
• Conduct quality checks on welded parts for weld integrity and dimensions.
• Fit and assemble structural steel prior to welding and prepare materials.

Skills

Welding 4+ yrs

MIG welding

Flux core welding

Metal core welding

Read blueprints

Structural steel welding

Stainless steel welding

Operate press brakes

Operate plasma cutter

Welding quality standards

Tools

Plasma cutter

Press brake

Job description

Maintenance Welder / Fitter

This role focuses on welding and fitting medium to large, heavy components used in conveyor systems, shot blast equipment, concrete surge hoppers, aerospace assemblies, and automotive frames and engines. You will perform flux core, MIG, and metal core welding, interpret blueprints, and conduct quality checks to ensure all parts meet structural and dimensional requirements. Fitters will also operate fabrication equipment such as plasma cutters and press brakes to support production and maintenance activities.

Responsibilities

• Weld components for conveyor systems, shot blast equipment, concrete surge hoppers, aerospace assemblies, and automotive frames and engines using flux core, MIG, and metal core processes.

• Perform structural and heavy plate welding on medium to large, heavier components to meet strength and safety requirements.

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine welding and fitting requirements and ensure correct dimensions and tolerances.

• Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment, ensuring proper parameters, consumables, and techniques for each job.

• Conduct quality checks on welded parts, verifying weld integrity, dimensions, and overall workmanship before release.

• Fit and assemble structural steel and other components prior to welding, ensuring accurate alignment and proper fit-up.

• Operate fabrication machinery such as plasma cutters, press brakes, and other shop equipment to cut, form, and prepare materials for welding.

• Work with stainless steel and other metals as required, maintaining proper procedures for different materials.

• Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely, adapting to a variety of custom and production jobs.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following shop safety procedures and using tools and equipment correctly.

Essential Skills

• 4+ years of welding experience, including work with heavy plate and structural steel.

• Proficiency in MIG welding, including heavy plate MIG applications.

• Proficiency in flux core welding and metal core welding processes.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.

• Experience welding structural steel components.

• Experience working with stainless steel materials.

• Ability to operate press brakes and other fabrication machinery.

• Ability to operate plasma cutting equipment.

• Strong understanding of welding quality standards and inspection practices.

• Capability to handle medium to large, heavier components safely and effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with structural fabrication in industrial, aerospace, or automotive environments.

• Background in heavy plate welding from similar fabrication or manufacturing shops.

• Versatility in using multiple welding processes, including TIG, is a plus.

• Comfort working on a variety of project types, from production runs to custom builds.

• Demonstrated ability to adapt to different equipment and shop machinery.

• Interest in growing skills and taking on increasingly complex projects.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, well-maintained shop that supports high-quality fabrication work and offers a strong benefits package, including retirement savings with a 401(k) match and profit sharing, as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage. The environment encourages versatility, giving you exposure to a wide range of projects across multiple industries and providing clear opportunities to grow your career. You will be part of a team where strong performance is recognized and shared success is rewarded.

Work Environment

The role is based in a cleaner fabrication shop environment, reflecting the nature of the work and the equipment used. The current schedule is a first shift running from 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with overtime included as part of the standard workday. There is a stated goal to add second and third shifts in the future, which may create additional scheduling options over time. You will work with welding equipment (MIG, flux core, metal core), structural fabrication tools, plasma cutters, press brakes, and other shop machinery, handling medium to large, heavier components in a structured, safety-focused setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $34.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

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.