• Welder

    Aerotek (Portland, OR)


    Description

    This role involves the fabrication, fitting, and welding of metal components used in pumps, turbines, compressors, and other industrial rotating machinery. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with precision in a fast paced repair and manufacturing environment.

    Key Responsibilities-

    Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and welding symbols specific to rotating equipment components

    Fit and fabricate metal assemblies to precise tolerances

    Perform TIG, MIG, and SMAW welding techniques

    Utilize shop equipment such as press brakes, calipers, grinders, pipe threading machines, and plasma cutters

    Work closely with machinists, mechanics, and engineers to ensure accurate repair and fitment of parts

    Inspect welds and completed assemblies for dimensional accuracy and structural integrity

    Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area

    Support teardown, cleaning, and reassembly of rotating equipment when required

     

    Day shift: 6am-2.30pm

     

    Skills

     

    Fabrication, Flux core, Blueprint, Welding, Tig, Mig, Weld, Fitting

     

    Top Skills Details

     

    Fabrication,Flux core,Blueprint,Welding,Tig,Mig,Weld,Fitting

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    3+ years experience

    Experience Level

    Intermediate Level

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $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 Portland,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 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.