TIG Welder - 1st & 2nd Shift

This role focuses on precision TIG welding of aluminum and stainless steel components for fabricated parts, with additional work using MIG welding on mild steel. You will interpret weld symbols and prints to produce clean, watertight welds with no bleeds, supporting fabrication projects for a variety of applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG welding on aluminum materials ranging from .040 to 1/8 inch, ensuring watertight welds with no bleeds.
• Perform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel materials from 24 gauge to 1/8 inch, ensuring watertight welds with no bleeds.
• Use MIG welding on mild steel from 20 gauge to 1/4 inch in multiple positions while maintaining strong, clean welds.
• Read and interpret weld symbols, blueprints, and fabrication prints to complete jobs accurately and to specification.
• Fit and align aluminum and stainless steel components prior to welding to ensure proper assembly and structural integrity.
• Inspect welds for quality, consistency, and adherence to project requirements, making adjustments as needed.
• Work efficiently in a fabrication shop environment while maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Collaborate with team members and follow established processes to complete fabrication projects on time.

• Proven TIG welding experience with aluminum materials from .040 to 1/8 inch, producing watertight welds with no bleeds.
• Proven TIG welding experience with stainless steel from 24 gauge to 1/8 inch, producing watertight welds with no bleeds.
• Ability to perform MIG welding on mild steel from 20 gauge to 1/4 inch in multiple positions.
• Strong ability to read and interpret weld symbols, blueprints, and fabrication prints.
• Hands-on experience welding aluminum and stainless steel in a fabrication or similar shop environment.
• Fitting skills to properly position and align parts prior to welding.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing clean, consistent, and structurally sound welds.

• MIG welding experience is a plus and will be considered an asset.
• Comfort working with a variety of gauges and thicknesses in aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel.
• Ability to work across multiple welding positions as required by the project.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in an organized fabrication environment.

You will work in a clean and organized fabrication shop where culture and teamwork are highly valued. The organization invests in long-term projects, including new work planned for 2026–2027, providing stability and opportunities to grow your skills. Benefits include a 401(k) with company match after transitioning to permanent status and access to full insurance on a contract-to-hire basis, with additional coverage options available after 90 days.

Work Environment

This position is based in a cleaner fabrication shop with an organized layout that supports efficient and safe work. Multiple shift options are available, including a first shift from 5:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., and a second shift from 1:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with a shift premium. You will work with TIG and MIG welding equipment on aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel materials in a shop environment that emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and a strong culture.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukee, WI.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on May 15, 2026.

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.