TIG Welder

Aerotek; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a TIG Welder and Fabrication Technician for a contract-to-hire role based in Allentown, PA. The position focuses on welding, fabrication, and repair of machinery and structures in a shop environment.

You will work with hand welding, flame cutting equipment, and blueprints to assemble and repair metal components, with opportunities for growth within a reputable staffing partner.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in welding techniques including TIG welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience in fabrication and fitting.
• Basic knowledge of job procedures and tools from work experience.
• Vocational or technical education may be required.

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand welding and flame cutting equipment to assemble metal components into parts for equipment.
• Maintain and repair manufacturing production equipment, structures, pipe systems, and ductwork.
• Inspect existing weldments to identify areas of weakness.
• Use welding equipment to perform metal cutting or trimming work.
• Fabricate simple fixtures and structures as required.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication & fitting

Education

Vocational or technical education

Job description

TIG Welder and Fabrication Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on repairing and maintaining equipment, structures, and fixtures by applying heat to bond or fuse metal surfaces or parts together. You will use hand welding and flame cutting equipment such as arc welders, gas welders, and gas torches to assemble metal components into parts for equipment.

Responsibilities

• Utilize hand welding and flame cutting equipment to assemble metal components into parts for equipment.
• Maintain and repair manufacturing production equipment, structures, pipe systems, and ductwork.
• Inspect existing weldments to identify areas of weakness.
• Use welding equipment to perform metal cutting or trimming work.
• Fabricate simple fixtures and structures as required.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in welding techniques including Tig welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience in fabrication and fitting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience.
• May require vocational or technical education.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a good environment with a reputable company in the area, offering stability and growth potential.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a shop environment, requiring moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may occasionally require deviation from standard procedures. Communication will involve some explanation or interpretation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Allentown,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

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.