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Entry Level Welder
Job Description
We are looking for a welder who has completed his welding schooling and is looking to start their career!! This will start at $19/hr or more if you do well on a weld test!!
Responsibilities
Perform MIG welding tasks.
Multitask between welding and other fabrication areas.
Perform basic straight-line welding for Panel Welding.
Perform vertical, horizontal, and overhead welding for Tank Welding.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
D1-1 certification required for Tank Welders.
D1-3 certification is a bonus.
Experience with heavy gauge, galvanized steel processes.
Why Work Here?
We offer significant opportunities for growth with orders booked through 2027. As a family-owned company, we provide a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits including Blue Cross/Blue Shield health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401K plan with a 3% match, and an annual bonus based on overall company performance. Regular reviews are conducted every year with your direct supervisor, ensuring consistent feedback and growth.
Work Environment
Our facility operates three shifts for Panel Welders: 1st Shift (5:00 AM – 1:30 PM with overtime), and 3rd Shift (6:00 PM – 2:30 AM with overtime until 4:30 AM). Tank Welders work on 1st Shift (5:00 AM – 1:30 PM with overtime) and 3rd Shift (6:00 PM – 2:30 AM with overtime). The work environment is clean, and all necessary tools will be provided. During the summer, the facility is well-ventilated with doors open to ensure comfort.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $26.45/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 Machesney Park,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 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.