Union Welder 30hr

at Aerotek in Riverdale, Illinois, United States Job Description Union Welder 1st Shift | $22

• 30 What You'll Do + Perform MIG and flux-core welding on stainless and carbon steel components + Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols to meet job specifications + Weld in all positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead) + Work with material thicknesses ranging from ¼" to ¾" + Assist with basic fabrication tasks, including fitting and prep work + Follow established safety, quality, and union work practices + Work alongside a team of skilled welders to complete custom projects + Maintain a clean and organized work area and properly care for tools and equipment + Adapt to different jobs and work orders as projects change What We're Looking For + 3+ years of MIG or flux-core welding experience or a formal welding certification + Experience welding stainless and carbon steel + Strong ability to read blueprints and weld symbols + Comfortable welding in all positions + Experience working with steel from ¼" to ¾" thick + Basic fabrication skills to support welding and assembly + Ability to lift 50+ lbs as part of daily work Shift & Pay + 1st Shift + $22•28/hour , based on experience + Union position Why This Opportunity + Union role with steady 1st-shift hours + Variety of custom work•not repetitive production welding Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Riverdale, IL.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00

• $26.00/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 Riverdale,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026. 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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