MIG Welder

Job Title: MIG Welder - Structural Steel

2nd shift: 3pm - 12am/1am (Overtime available on front end of shift and Saturdays. Overtime is currently optional)

Pay Range: $25-30/hr plus $2/hr shift differential

Job Description

Join our team as a MIG Welder where your primary responsibility will be to perform duties related to all elements of steel fabrication welding. This role involves welding processes in a shop setting, focusing on structural steel projects for both local and out-of-state customers.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations adhering to welding standards such as FCAW.

• Operate metal fabrication equipment including saws, drills, and grinders.

• Set up welding machines for various job requirements.

• Read and understand welding symbols on plans and drawings.

• Grind and perform various joint preparations.

• Sequence welds to prevent distortion of material.

Essential Skills

• 5 or more years of experience in welding, preferably in structural steel.

• Competence in MIG welding, especially in vertical and overhead positions.

• Experience with Carbon steel and some stainless.

• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and welding symbols.

• Proficiency in using measuring tools and blueprints.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proper rigging techniques.

• Technical skills in the welding trade.

• Certification in several welding processes including FCAW preferred.

• Knowledge of structural steel shapes, sizes, and grades.

• Ability to communicate detailed information effectively.

Why Work Here?

Experience a great company culture with a solid reputation built over more than 90 years. Our client is known for its consistent growth and stability, providing an engaging and supportive work environment.

Work Environment

Work primarily takes place in a warehouse environment with varying year-round temperatures. Activities may require the use of arms and legs, including climbing ladders/scaffolding, lifting & handling materials, walking & balancing, and stooping. The role includes a shift from 3pm to 12am/1am, with optional overtime available.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Lancaster,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 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.