About this opportunity
Aerotek lists this Welder opportunity in tuscaloosa, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
WelderThis role performs a wide range of welding and fabrication tasks using wire and stick welding equipment to produce and rework steel components according to detailed specifications. You will interpret layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, and verbal instructions to set up, lay out, and weld multi-component parts in a manufacturing environment.ResponsibilitiesPerform welding duties using wire welders and stick welders to produce high-quality welds on steel components.Weld steel components in accordance with layouts, engineering drawings, work orders, and verbal instructions.Set up work areas, including preparing and positioning materials using jigs, fixtures, or hand layouts.Lay out work accurately to fabricate new parts and rework or repair finished products as needed.Assist in the fabrication and welding of multi-component parts, ensuring proper fit-up and alignment.Use structural steel welding techniques, including flux core processes, to meet project specifications and quality standards.Read and interpret welding symbols, diagrams, blueprints, and other instructional materials to determine welding requirements.Select and use appropriate welding equipment, consumables, and settings based on material and job specifications.Operate and maintain welding equipment such as torches, torch tips, filler rods, flux, hoses, valves, and gas cylinders safely and effectively.Work with various hand tools to prepare, fit, and finish components for welding and fabrication.Operate an industrial powered fork truck to move materials, components, and finished products as required.Follow established safety procedures, best practices, and quality standards throughout all welding and fabrication activities.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tuscaloosa, AL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $32.00 - $34.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Tuscaloosa,AL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.
Worksite address
tuscaloosa, AL, 35401, US
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