Welder

Aerotek; Sunnyvale (TX); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Sunnyvale, TX is seeking a skilled Mig Welder for contract-to-hire in an industrial weld shop. You will perform FCAW and GMAW, read blueprints, set up welds in multiple positions, and contribute to fabricating durable equipment.

This onsite role offers overtime and benefits; applicants must pass welding tests, and the company emphasizes safety, quality and ERP data entry as part of daily production workflows.

Qualifications

• FCAW and GMAW welding experience.
• Able to weld in multiple positions.
• Blueprint reading and fabrication drawing skills.
• Experience with weld shop tools and equipment.
• AWS 4G qualification preferred/required.
• Knowledge of quality inspection and weld finishing.
• Forklift, crane and rigging experience.
• Basic computer and ERP data entry skills.
• Strong safety awareness and teamwork.
• Ability to work independently with high quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform FCAW & GMAW welding with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
• Fabricate, modify, and repair equipment/components.
• Set up work using templates and fixtures.
• Operate welding, cutting, grinding, and hand tools.
• Use forklifts, cranes, and hoists safely.
• Inspect and finish welds to quality standards.
• Perform basic maintenance on welding equipment.
• Enter production data and update ERP systems.
• Follow safety, quality and housekeeping standards.
• Support team activities and continuous improvement.
• Complete welding certifications as required.

Skills

FCAW welding

GMAW welding

Blueprint reading

Fabrication & repair

Welding in multiple positions

Weld shop tools

ERP data entry

Safety awareness

Independent work

Teamwork

Tools

Welding equipment

Forklift operation

Cranes & hoists

ERP systems

Job description

Mig Welder

$20 - $22hr

Job Description

This role focuses on performing high-quality welding and fabrication work on concrete batching equipment and related components. You will interpret blueprints and specifications, set up and execute welds in multiple positions, and contribute to the production of durable, high-performance equipment in an industrial weld shop environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform FCAW & GMAW welding with minimal supervision.

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.

• Fabricate, modify, and repair equipment/components.

• Set up work using templates and fixtures.

• Operate welding, cutting, grinding, and hand tools.

• Use forklifts, cranes, and hoists safely.

• Inspect and finish welds to quality standards.

• Perform basic maintenance on welding equipment.

• Enter production data and update ERP systems.

• Follow quality, safety, and housekeeping standards.

• Support team activities and continuous improvement.

• Complete welding certifications as required.

Essential Skills

• Strong FCAW (Flux Core) and GMAW (MIG) welding experience.

• Ability to weld in multiple positions.

• Blueprint and fabrication drawing reading skills.

• Experience with weld shop tools and equipment.

• AWS 4G welding qualification preferred/required.

• Knowledge of quality inspection and weld finishing.

• Forklift, crane, and rigging operation experience.

• Basic computer and ERP data entry skills.

• Strong safety awareness and teamwork.

• Ability to work independently with high quality standards.

Additional Qualifications

• Experience in heavy equipment or industrial fabrication.

• Production MIG welding experience.

• Fitting/fabrication experience.

• Willingness to complete welding tests/certifications.

• Adaptable and willing to cross-train.

• Strong attention to detail and quality focus.

Why Join Us?

• Career growth and skill development opportunities.

• Modern equipment and technology.

• Overtime opportunities available.

• Supportive and experienced team environment.

• Strong focus on safety and quality.

Work Environment

• Industrial weld shop setting.

• Work with heavy machinery and welding equipment.

• Team of approximately 40 employees.

• Safety-focused and organized workplace.

• Regular use of forklifts, cranes, and hoists.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sunnyvale, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sunnyvale,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 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.