Travel Welder

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

As a Welder, you will be responsible for setting up, assembling, and welding products by following work orders, blueprints, and jigs. You will secure component parts using bolts, clamps, or tack welds, gather necessary parts to meet production needs, and conduct visual inspections to ensure weld quality. You will work on an assembly line and need to be flexible, as assignments may vary throughout the day based on workflow.

Responsibilities

• Set up, assemble, and weld products according to work orders and blueprints.

• Secure component parts using bolts, clamps, or tack welds.

• Gather parts needed to meet production requirements.

• Perform visual inspections to ensure welds are clean and complete.

• Adapt to different tasks throughout the day based on workflow requirements.

Essential Skills

• At least 1 year of MIG welding experience.

• Ability to perform Flat Fillet Weld, Vertical Down Fillet, Flat Butt Weld, Horizontal Butt Weld, Pipe External Fillet, and Pipe Internal Fillet.

• Attention to detail with the ability to conduct thorough visual inspections.

• Proficiency in using hand tools and reading a tape measure.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.

• Experience operating an overhead crane is a plus.

• Ability to use a jig and read work orders.

• Ability to read blueprints is a plus but not required.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a standard benefits package, including 401k and medical benefits, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance with a structured schedule.

Work Environment

You will work in an open-air warehouse equipped with large fans, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Clarksdale, MS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/hr.

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 & 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 Clarksdale,MS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.