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Aerotek lists this Welder opportunity in waco, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Welder / FabricatorThis role is a hands-on welder and fabricator position focused on modifying and fitting truck trailers to support the installation of vehicle-mounted aerial lifts and truck bodies. You will complete your own layouts and fabrication work to meet precise specifications, ensuring that trailers are correctly prepared for platform installation. Working at a Southwest facility dedicated to aerial lift and truck body customization, you will read blueprints, follow detailed work instructions, and perform high-quality MIG welds that ensure the durability and structural integrity of specialized equipment used across power distribution, telecommunications, landscaping, transportation, and other fleet-supported services.ResponsibilitiesWeld metal components and assemblies using MIG welding techniques, including overhead, vertical, and flat positions.Read and interpret blueprints, process routings, schematics, and work instructions to correctly install truck body components and prepare trailers for platform installations.Construct and fabricate parts according to specifications using appropriate hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.Lay out, modify, and fit truck trailers to meet the required specifications for aerial lift and truck body installations.Identify, request, and requisition parts needed for fabrication, installation, or repair work.Essential SkillsMinimum 2 years of experience as a production or installation MIG welder, including vertical overhead welding.Ability to pass a MIG welding test demonstrating proficiency in overhead, vertical, and flat welding techniques.Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, process routings, and detailed work instructions.Proficiency in the safe use of welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools.Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand how fabricated components integrate into truck bodies and aerial lift systems.Work EnvironmentThis is a first-shift opportunity with a consistent schedule from Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Overtime hours on Friday, which are expected to be common for the foreseeable future, run from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The facility is a smaller, non-climate-controlled environment organized into different work bays, where most people have their own workstation and can focus on their assigned builds.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waco, TX.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Waco, TX.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.
Worksite address
waco, TX, 76710, US
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