Shop Hand Training To Become A Welder

Aerotek; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Shop Hand in Sedro-Woolley, WA, to learn welding while supporting fabrication, painting, and assembly of steel building structures in a fast-paced shop. The role offers pay of $22-26/hr, day, swing and weekend shifts, 4x10 schedule with overtime opportunities, and potential to train into a Welding position as you gain hands-on experience.

A strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions are essential, with a focus on safety, quality, and teamwork in a fully onsite

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required or vocational training.
• Willing to train for welding role.
• Experience with tools and fabrication preferred.
• Ability to read gauges and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Support fabrication, painting, and assembly of steel structures.
• Follow work orders and project codes.
• Prepare and mix paint coatings per procedures.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Record quality data on cleaning and coating reports.

Skills

High school diploma

Hands-on tool experience

Read tape measure (1/16 in)

Willing to train for welding

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Fabrication equipment

Painting equipment

Job description

Hiring Shop Hands - Train to Become a Welder!

Looking to start a career in welding and fabrication? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing team as a Shop Hand while learning the skills needed to advance into a Welding role. You'll gain hands-on experience working with steel structures, fabrication equipment, and experienced tradespeople in a fast-paced shop environment.

Pay: $22-26/hr

Shifts: Day, Swing & Weekend Available

4x10 Schedule + Overtime Opportunities

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Earn $22-26/hr

• Opportunity to Train into Welding

• Overtime Available

• 4-Day Work Week Options

• Stable Full-Time Employment

• Learn Valuable Trade Skills

• Growth Opportunities Within the Company

• Work on Large Steel Building Projects

Job Description

The core mission of the Shop Hand is to support the fabrication, painting, and assembly of steel building structures in an industrial manufacturing atmosphere. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to learn a range of tasks necessary for each project scope, including material handling, fabrication work, assembly work, painting, and cleaning. The ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Quality Assurance Program.

• Use hand and power tools to clean and prep steel.

• Handle materials efficiently and safely.

• Read and understand work orders and project task codes.

• Mix and prepare paint coatings following proper procedures.

• Apply paints and coatings according to procedures and manufacturers instructions.

• Accurately record quality data on cleaning and coating reports.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma, general education degree, or vocational degree.

• Hands-on experience with tools, construction, assembly, fabrication, or other skilled trades is preferred. We are willing to train motivated candidates who are interested in pursuing a career in welding.

• Ability to select and operate the proper tools for tasks.

• Skillful operation of non-specialized shop equipment.

• Ability to read a tape measure down to 1/16th inch.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sedro-Woolley, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 & 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sedro-Woolley,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2026.

About Aerotek

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard 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.