Welder/fabricator

Aerotek; Tennessee; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Aerotek in Tennessee is seeking a Welder/Fabricator for a contract-to-hire onsite role in Ooltewah, TN. The candidate will perform MIG welding, fabricate parts, and maintain welding tools in excellent working condition to meet quality and production standards.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, interpreting tape measures, and using weld fixtures for precise part layout. The role requires strong problem-solving and good communication with team members.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MIG welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and tape measure.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and fabrication tasks.
• Maintain welding tools and equipment in excellent working condition.
• Ensure all welding activities meet quality and production standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and tape measure accurately.
• Utilize weld fixtures for part layout.

Skills

MIG welding

Read blueprints

Tape measure

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Welding fixtures

Job description

Job Title: Welder

This Welder/Fabricator role is responsible for welding products and maintaining welding tools and equipment safely and efficiently to meet the company's quality and production standards.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding and fabrication tasks.
• Maintain welding tools and equipment in excellent working condition.
• Ensure all welding activities meet quality and production standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints and tape measure accurately.
• Utilize weld fixtures for part layout.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and tape measure.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand work order routings and instructions.

Why Work Here?

Join a long-term company that offers abundant opportunities for growth and professional development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ooltewah, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $28.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ooltewah, TN.

Application Deadline

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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ooltewah,TN.

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.