• 2nd Shift Tig Welder

    Aerotek (Dixon, IL)


    Job Title: 2nd Shift TIG Welder

    Job Description

    We are seeking a skilled 2nd Shift TIG Welder to join our team. This position involves working with a variety of materials, including sheet metal, carbon steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and copper. The ideal candidate will perform weldments with exceptional appearance and ensure no leaks, while also assisting in training and maintaining a clean work area.

    Responsibilities

    + Weld a variety of materials such as sheet metal, carbon steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and copper with no leaks.

    + Perform weldments with exceptional appearance.

    + Conduct inter-piping, including fitting, aligning, and adjustments.

    + Operate hand-welding and flame-cutting equipment such as oxyacetylene torches.

    + Read blueprints and drawings to identify welding measurements and positions.

    + Troubleshoot product issues with assistance.

    + Monitor equipment operation to ensure proper heat settings and weld tip.

    + Perform preventative maintenance on welding machines.

    + Use a variety of air and electric hand tools.

    + Assist in training Welder I and II.

    + Perform leak tests.

    + Operate crane forklifts.

    + Ensure compliance with safety protocols by wearing protective glasses, gloves, masks, ear plugs, and boots.

    + Keep an organized and clean work area.

    + Perform additional duties as needed, including weld and assembly and training on laser weld pans.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficient in TIG welding.

    + Experience with thin gauge metals.

    + Pipe welding techniques including arc, MIG, and TIG welding.

    + Blueprint reading experience.

    + Experience welding with aluminum and stainless steel.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + 6G Certifications.

    + Experience with pressure vessels.

    + Vocational schooling.

    + Approximately 3 years of experience, which can include schooling.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a dynamic work environment where challenging projects expose you to unique welding tasks. Enjoy merit increases based on performance, leadership opportunities, and tuition reimbursement. Benefit from provided welding gear and a $150 allowance for boots/equipment. Experience flexibility and the potential to work in various departments based on workload.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work hours are from 2:15 pm to 12:45 am with potential flexibility, including up to 10 extra hours a week and a 5-hour shift on Saturdays. Our team consists of 9 people, including 6 TIG welders and 3 MIG welders, in a laid-back environment where training is hands-on. Weld areas for coil and sheet metal are separated. The dress code includes boots, long pants with no holes, and flame-retardant shirts.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dixon, Illinois.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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 Dixon,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 31, 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.