Welder And Fabricator

Journeyman Welder

El Cajon

1st Shift

$30/hr-$40/hr

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled journeyman welder to perform TIG/MIG welding on assemblies, assist with fit-up and fabrication, and operate hand grinders. This position is based on-site in El Cajon, CA, and requires a commitment of four days per week.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and MIG welding on assemblies.

• Read and interpret blueprints.

• Operate hand grinders.

• Weld using exotic materials including alloys, inconel, and 300/400 series stainless steel.

• Work with different material thicknesses such as .032, .060, .090, and .0188.

• Execute welding using back gaps.

• Set up weld machines, including adjusting amperage and understanding weld symbols.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in TIG and MIG welding techniques.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

• Experience with welding exotic materials such as alloys and stainless steel.

• Knowledge of welding assembly and fixture usage.

• Capability to perform 6G welds.

• Own welding hood.

• Willingness to work on various jobs within and outside the welding field.

• Ability to fabricate parts under supervision.

• Experience documenting work, including types of rods and welds used.

• Skill in identifying materials and setting them on traveler.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of El Cajon, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/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 El Cajon,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 21, 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.