• Travel Aluminum Welder

    Aerotek (Colorado Springs, CO)


    MIG Aluminum Welder

     

    Jobsite Location: Vancouver Washington

    Job Description

    We are seeking an experienced welder with a specialization in aluminum welding. Candidates must be able to describe their aluminum welding experience and pass a weld test. The role involves welding and fabricating based on specific instructions and working in multiple positions. MIG welding experience is required, and pulse arc experience is preferred.

    Job Description:

    Are you a skilled welder with a passion for travel and aluminum welding? We are looking for an experienced Travel Welder to join our team. If you have significant experience in aluminum welding, can describe your experience, and pass a weld test, we want to hear from you!

    Responsibilities:

    Weld and fabricate aluminum components according to specific instructions.

     

    Perform welding tasks in various positions.

     

    Read and interpret blueprints for welding and fabrication tasks.

     

    Pass fracture-tested weld tests.

     

    Utilize MIG welding techniques and, preferably, pulse arc techniques.

    Essential Skills:

    Experience in aluminum welding.

     

    Proficiency in MIG welding.

     

    Ability to weld in multiple positions.

     

    Blueprint reading skills.

     

    Capability to pass fracture-tested weld tests.

     

    Pay: 30/HR Starting + 150 a day per diem (7 days but must work all assigned shifts to receive 7 days)

     

    Shift: 4X10’s M-Thursday (6am-4:30pm)

    Additional Skills & Qualifications:

    Experience with pulse arc welding.

     

    Familiarity with fitting, grinding, and tape measure usage.

    Weld Test:

    Weld test at Vancouver facility Running uphill beads in 3G and 4G Aluminum weld test using MIG 3/64th wire to D1.2 standard (Pulse).

     

    Weld together 5" long aluminum plates or coupons that is 3/8ths thick and there is no back-end strip and gouge it is just a v-groove and open back.

     

    Visual test and break test to failure.

     

    **Why Work Here?** Join us for long-term employment stability as we work on the Maneuver Support Vessel (MSV) project, constructing 32 ships over the next 10 years. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a stable company with guaranteed work. We are open to candidates willing to permanently relocate.

    **Work Environment:** You will be working in a large-scale manufacturing environment that produces structural steel and aluminum parts for government projects, including bridges, dams, nuclear sites, boats, and barges. The shop is clean and primarily focused on aluminum work. Employees are required to wear steel-toed boots and safety glasses.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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 Colorado Springs,CO.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 7, 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.