Job Description

**Job Title: Pipe Welder** **Job Overview** We are seeking a skilled and experienced Pipe Welder to join our fabrication team. This role involves fabricating and assembling structural or plate metal products such as frameworks, tanks, ductwork, platforms, and components for heavy industrial equipment. Work is performed according to job orders, blueprints, and verbal instructions, with a strong emphasis on safety, precision, and teamwork. **Duties and Responsibilities** Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM + Safety & Efficiency: Operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. + Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to determine project specifications. + Measurement & Verification: Use measuring tools (squares, levels, tape measures) to ensure components meet specifications. + Assembly: Assemble metal parts using tack welding or bolting techniques. + Mathematical Application: Perform basic and advanced math operations, including trigonometry, to support layout and fitting tasks. + Inspection: Inspect layout lines and center punch round pipes and cylinders prior to fitting. + Fitting: Ensure fit-up gaps are within tolerance without requiring supervisor approval. + Surface Preparation: Clean all dog marks and broken tacks before Quality Control (QC) inspection. + Welding Execution: Apply weld symbols and lay out skip welds as per project requirements. + Fabrication Support: Assist in all areas of fabrication and maintain a clean, organized work area. + Team Collaboration: Work overtime as needed and contribute positively to team dynamics. + Material Handling: Coordinate with other departments for material movement and handling. **Required Skills & Qualifications** + Experience: Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a structural plate fitter or equivalent combination of education and experience. + Education: High school diploma or GED required; technical school certificate preferred. + Technical Skills: + Proficient in reading blueprints and technical documents. + Strong understanding of welding techniques and metal fabrication. + Skilled in using hand and power tools. + Soft Skills: + Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability. + Excellent time management and communication skills. + Ability to work independently and as part of a team. + Proactive attitude and strong work ethic. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $29.00/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 Irondale,AL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 29, 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.

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