Welder at Aerotek

Welder

We are seeking experienced TIG Welders to support a fast-paced production line environment. This role involves TIG welding black carbon steel and stainless-steel pipe, including flanges and elbows, with a strong focus on cycle time, takt time, and repeatable quality. Ideal candidates are comfortable working on a moving line and maintaining weld quality while meeting production targets.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG welding on black carbon steel pipe up to 8 inches, 4-inch pipe assemblies, and carbon steel to stainless steel welds.
• Weld elbows and flanges connecting to compressors.
• Complete welds through all three welding phases: root pass, fill pass, and cover cap.
• Properly prep material, including grinding, beveling, and cleaning for weld-ready condition.
• Maintain consistent weld quality in a high-speed, production-focused environment while adhering to required cycle time and takt time standards.
• Follow safety, quality, and production procedures at all times.

Essential Skills

• Proven TIG welding experience with black carbon steel, stainless steel, and dissimilar metals (carbon to stainless).
• Strong understanding of pipe prep, root, fill, and cap techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast and efficient manner without sacrificing quality.
• Understanding of takt time and cycle time in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working on or alongside a production line.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Recent and extensive experience with steel welding.
• Experience with TIG welding and pipe fitting.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a competitive salary and work in an air-conditioned manufacturing facility with modern state-of-the-art technology. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K plan, and an employee assistance program. Benefit from paid time off and be part of a dynamic, inclusive, and diversity-friendly environment. Take advantage of career advancement opportunities as we promote internal promotion. Additionally, enjoy the convenience of electric charging stations and contribute to a green industry transformation.

Work Environment

Work is performed on a moving production line with an emphasis on speed, efficiency, and repeatability. This is not a custom or job-shop welding role. Candidates must be comfortable with repetitive work and a line-driven workflow, maintaining quality under time constraints. The schedule is Monday to Thursday, 5:30 am to 4 pm, with mandatory overtime on Fridays to meet production deadlines. The role requires physical activities such as standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, or crouching, and lifting up to 35 pounds. Use of Personal Protection Equipment is required, and good manual dexterity and multi-limb coordination are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mesa, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $31.00/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 Mesa,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 4, 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.