**Job Title: Welder** **Job Description** This position involves performing MIG welding duties on pipe, primarily ranging from 14" to 36" with thin wall pipe up to 1/2" thick. The role requires executing turn welds and elbow welds, with minimal flat welding, focusing mostly on lateral and vertical welds. Applicants should be open to learning MIG welding on pipe, which is notably different from MIG welding on other materials. **Responsibilities** + Perform MIG welding duties on pipe. + Grind down welds on piping. + Carry out general laborer duties including heavy lifting of materials/equipment up to 50 pounds. + Operate machinery such as drill press, shears, and manual lines. **Essential Skills** + 6 months of schooling or on-the-job welding experience. + Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols. + Proficiency in reading a tape measure accurately. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience in MIG welding, especially on pipe. + Grinding experience. + AWS Certifications preferred. + A degree from a technical college in welding is advantageous. **Work Environment** The position is set in a very industrial shop environment. The team is a tight-knit group of employees fostering a collaborative atmosphere. The role primarily involves first shift working hours from 6AM to 6PM, and Saturdays as needed. Candidates must bring their own welding gear. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, Pennsylvania. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/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 Washington,PA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025. **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.