Welder And Assembler

Job Title: Mechanical Assembler and Welder

Job Description

The Mechanical Assembler and Welder will perform mechanical assembly of products and shelter units from complex blueprints. Utilizing mechanical hand tools, air tools, and rivet guns, they will assemble units and install components. This role also involves MIG and TIG welding on steel and aluminum products, fitting them, and grinding final products to specification. Job assignments and duties will vary day-to-day and project-to-project, with a typical time split estimated between 60/40 and 70/30 in favor of assembly work.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical assembly of products and shelter units from complex blueprints.

• Use mechanical hand tools, air tools, and rivet guns for assembly.

• Install components accurately according to specifications.

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on steel and aluminum products.

• Fit and grind final products to meet specifications.

• Adapt to varying job assignments and duties on a day-to-day and project-to-project basis.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in reading blueprints and understanding weld symbols.

• Strong mechanical assembly skills.

• 1+ years of experience in MIG and TIG welding.

• Experience and ability to weld on aluminum and steel, including sheet metal and thicker steel work.

• Ability and willingness to clean and grind welds to meet expectations.

Work environment

Work in a large job shop setting, primarily in welding areas with Miller welding machines. The job involves welding aluminum and steel. The work environment includes exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, extreme hot/cold conditions, risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation, and loud noise. Must be able to tolerate fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic substances.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 Dallastown,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 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.