• Welder

    Aerotek (Ashland City, TN)


    Job Title: Welder

    Job Description

    We are seeking skilled welders to work on Flux Core Welding of Mild Steel for barge construction. The role requires proficiency in MIG, TIG, and other welding techniques, as well as the ability to read and interpret blueprints. You will work collaboratively as part of a team under the guidance of a supervisor.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform Flux Core Welding on Mild Steel to construct barges.

    + Utilize MIG and TIG welding techniques effectively.

    + Read and interpret blueprints accurately.

    + Collaborate with team members to ensure project goals are met.

    + Work under the supervision of a team leader to ensure quality standards.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficiency in Flux Core, MIG, and TIG welding.

    + Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

    + Experience with welding fabrication.

    + Knowledge of working with stainless steel, carbon steel, and structural steel.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Previous welding experience of 3-6 months is required.

    + Ability to pass a weld test (1-5F) during the interview process.

    + Any previous welding experience is considered beneficial.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Join a team that values skill development and offers a two-week onsite weld school for further training before starting on the floor. Enjoy a collaborative work environment with opportunities for skill enhancement and career growth.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The role is based in an outdoor environment, which can be very hot. The position requires adherence to safety protocols, including wearing steel-toed, ankle-high leather boots, no contact lenses due to welding smoke, and long sleeves and pants. The work schedule includes two shifts: 1st shift from Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM, and 2nd shift from Monday to Friday, 3:15 PM to 12:45 AM.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ashland City, TN.

     

    Pay and Benefits

     

    The pay range for this position is $20.30 - $21.30/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 Ashland City,TN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 28, 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.