Per Diem Shipyard Welder

Aerotek; Goose Creek (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek in Goose Creek, SC seeks a skilled welder for day/night shifts in a contract role. You will weld aluminum and steel parts, read drawings to determine weld locations, and set up pulse arc, MIG, and flux core processes to meet tolerances.

Work includes fabricating tasks, staying aware of safety guidelines, and collaborating with supervisors to resolve weld quality issues in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Perform welding on aluminum and steel parts to required tolerances.
• Interpret and follow engineering drawings and specifications.
• Set up welding equipment and adjust parameters for MIG, pulse arc and flux core processes.

Responsibilities

• Weld aluminum and steel parts to required tolerances.
• Interpret engineering drawings, layouts, blueprints, and specs for weld locations and sequence.
• Set up welding equipment and adjust parameters for pulse arc, MIG, and flux core processes.
• Lay out and fit components for accurate alignment and fit-up.
• Inspect welds visually and with basic measurement tools for quality.

Job description

Shift: Day/Night Shifts Available with OT

Location: Goose Creek, SC

Responsibilities

• Perform welding processes on aluminum and steel parts and assemblies to required tolerances using appropriate welding metals and metal alloys.
• Interpret and follow engineering drawings, layouts, blueprints, and specifications to determine weld locations, sequence, and techniques.
• Set up welding equipment and adjust parameters for pulse arc, MIG, and flux core welding processes as required for each job.
• Lay out, fit, and position components and assemblies prior to welding to ensure accurate alignment and fit-up.
• Inspect welds visually and, where applicable, using basic measurement tools to verify that work meets quality and dimensional requirements.
• Monitor and verify product quality in accordance with statistical process controls or other established quality procedures.
• Perform fabrication tasks related to welding, such as cutting, grinding, and preparing materials for weld operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all safety guidelines and procedures in the shop environment.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, and team members to resolve issues related to weld quality, fit, or interpretation of drawings.
• Document work performed as required, including recording measurements, inspection results, or process information.

This position is based in a shop environment at a newly acquired facility in the Charleston/Goose Creek area. You will work around welding and fabrication equipment, handling aluminum and steel components in a production setting. Multiple shifts are available, providing scheduling options within a structured manufacturing operation. The role involves standing for extended periods, working around noise and industrial equipment, and following all safety and protective equipment guidelines appropriate for a welding and fabrication facility

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Goose Creek, SC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $55.00/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.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Goose Creek,SC.

Application Deadline

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

Equal Opportunity Employer If you require an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail] . Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.