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A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$47,100 / year median in the U.S.
+1% projected growth
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Welder Job Description We are seeking a skilled welder to join our team. You will be responsible for using hand-welding or flame-cutting equipment to weld or join metal components, as well as to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products. Responsibilities Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies using straightedges, combination squares, calipers, and rulers. Examine workpieces for defects and ensure they conform to specifications. Weld using aluminum, stainless steel, cast iron, and other alloys. Clamp, hold, tack-weld, heat-bend, grind, or bolt components to required configurations and positions. Determine required equipment and welding methods based on metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques. Monitor fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating or distortion of materials. Analyze engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations. Mark or tag materials with job numbers and identifying marks. Chip or grind off excess weld and remove rough spots from workpieces. Prepare material surfaces for welding by removing foreign matter. Preheat workpieces prior to welding or bending. Develop templates and models for welding projects based on blueprint information. Position and secure workpieces using hoists, cranes, and hand tools. Check grooves, angles, or gap allowances using precision measuring instruments. Essential Skills Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding. Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings. Experience with stainless steel, carbon steel, and aluminum alloys. Minimum of 1 year of welding experience. High School Diploma or equivalent. Additional Skills & Qualifications Technical School Certificate in welding (desired but not required). Why Work Here? Enjoy working with good equipment and ample space, engaging in a variety of tasks daily. Benefit from a competitive pay scale and the opportunity to work on exciting projects, such as rocket components and missiles. Work Environment You will work in a fabrication shop that, while enclosed, is not climate-controlled. Expect a typical fabrication shop environment—dirty, rough, and tough. Openings are available for 1st shift, Monday through Thursday from 6 am to 4:30 pm, with overtime opportunities on Fridays and Saturdays. The role involves 95% MIG welding on steel, aluminum, and stainless steel. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Pulaski, TN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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 Pulaski,TN.