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Mig Welder

  • Sacramento, CA, United States

$20 to $30 USD / hour

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$20 to $30 USD / hour
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Job Title: Mig WelderLocation: South Sacramento, CA Pay: $20/hr - $30/hrShift: Days (Monday - Friday) Job DescriptionThis role focuses on performing high-quality MIG and TIG welding on a variety of metals and thicknesses, including complex layouts and multi-pass welds on thick pipe and structural components. You will interpret blueprints, collaborate closely with mechanical engineers, and fabricate brackets, towers, fixtures, and other custom items to precise specifications.Responsibilities

  • Perform certified MIG welding on materials up to 1" plate thickness, ensuring strong, clean, and structurally sound welds.
  • Carry out TIG welding on a variety of metals, including bronze, brass, copper, aluminum, and stainless steel in various gauges and geometric shapes.
  • Lay out and fabricate brackets, towers, fixtures, and miscellaneous components according to drawings and specifications.
  • Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings and coordinate with mechanical engineers to clarify requirements and resolve fabrication questions.
  • Primarily weld on thicker pipe materials, ensuring proper fit-up, alignment, and weld quality for structural and pressure-related applications.
  • Perform layout and fitting duties for pipes and structural components, including measuring, marking, cutting, and preparing materials for welding.
  • Execute multi-pass welds as required, using appropriate techniques to ensure penetration, fusion, and overall integrity of the weld.
  • Use hard wire .035 and .045, as well as dual shield wire from .035 up to 1/16", selecting the correct wire and settings for each application.
  • Weld on bevels at 30, 45, and 90 degrees, ensuring proper joint preparation and high-quality welds in various positions.
  • Operate wire feed welding equipment and other related tools safely and efficiently.
  • Inspect completed welds and assemblies for defects, accuracy, and conformance to specifications, making adjustments as needed.
  • Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow all safety procedures and best practices while working with welding equipment and materials.

Essential Skills

  • Certified MIG welding experience on materials up to 1" plate thickness.
  • Strong MIG welding skills, including experience with wire feed welding equipment.
  • Proficiency in TIG welding on bronze, brass, copper, aluminum, and stainless steel.
  • Hands-on experience with Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW).
  • Ability to perform welding on various gauges of metal and different geometric shapes.
  • Experience welding on thicker pipe materials and structural components.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform multi-pass welds to meet structural and quality requirements.
  • Experience using hard wire .035 and .045, and dual shield wire ranging from .035 to 1/16".
  • Proficiency welding on bevels at 30, 45, and 90 degrees.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately.
  • Experience with layout and fitting duties for pipes or structural components, including measuring and preparation.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds.
  • Ability to coordinate effectively with mechanical engineers and other team members.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience fabricating brackets, towers, fixtures, and miscellaneous custom items.
  • Comfort working with a wide range of metals, including bronze, brass, copper, aluminum, and stainless steel.
  • Familiarity with working on large, complex assemblies such as antenna structures or similar projects.
  • Strong problem-solving skills when interpreting drawings and resolving fabrication challenges.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while meeting quality and productivity expectations.

Why Work Here?The organization offers long-term employment opportunities with competitive pay, providing stability and the chance to build a lasting career in a specialized fabrication and welding environment. You will work on unique, large-scale projects that support global communication infrastructure, gaining valuable experience and continually developing your technical skills.Work EnvironmentThe work environment centers on the fabrication and welding of large-scale antenna structures used worldwide in the radio, television, and cellular communication industries. You will work in a production and fabrication setting that involves handling heavy materials, operating welding and cutting equipment, and assembling large components. The role requires consistent attention to safety practices, proper use of welding tools and protective equipment, and collaboration with engineers and other fabrication personnel to complete complex, large-scale projects. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sacramento, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Sacramento,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

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