About this role
JOIN OUR LOUISVILLE TEAM AS A MIG WELDER! EARN $24-$25/HR IN A STEEL FABRICATION ENVIRONMENT WITH A PATH TO FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT. Job DescriptionThis role focuses on joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable materials using appropriate welding techniques. You interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and schematics to select the correct welding process, prepare materials and equipment, and ensure that all completed welds meet structural and quality standards. The position may involve working with both manual and robotic welding equipment and completing apprenticeship or formal training in specialty welding areas as needed.Responsibilities
• Join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable materials using MIG welding and related techniques. • Interpret blueprints, specifications, diagrams, and shop drawings to determine the correct welding process and fabrication steps. • Inspect completed welds to verify structural soundness, quality, and adherence to specifications. • Prepare materials, fixtures, and workpieces for welding, including cutting, fitting, and positioning components. • Set up welding equipment and as needed, robotic devices to perform welding operations safely and efficiently. • Perform fabrication tasks such as fitting structures, grinding, and finishing welded assemblies. • Use hand tools including hammers, pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, grinders, and banders to support welding and fabrication work. • Operate forklifts and cranes to move materials and assemblies, maintaining required equipment certifications. • Use measuring tools such as tape measures, box calipers, slide dial calipers, and micrometers to verify dimensions and tolerances. • Convert fractions to decimals and metric to English measurements to ensure accurate fabrication and layout. • Produce high-quality welds and fabricated components that meet company standards and customer requirements. • Set up and operate one or more processing machines as part of the fabrication and welding process. • Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area in a steel manufacturing environment. • Communicate effectively in conversational English to understand instructions, document work, and collaborate with team members. Essential Skills
• Proficiency in MIG welding on steel and other weldable materials. • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, specifications, diagrams, and schematics. • Experience with fabrication, job setup, fitting, structural assembly, and grinding. • High school diploma or equivalent. • Relevant welding experience, apprenticeship, or vocational training preferred. • Ability to pass and maintain MIG welder certification. • Basic critical thinking skills and strong attention to detail. • Ability to operate forklifts and cranes and maintain required equipment certifications. • Ability to read and interpret simple blueprints accurately. • Proficiency in using hand tools such as hammers, pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, grinders, and banders. • Ability to use measuring tools including tape measures, box calipers, slide dial calipers, and micrometers. • Ability to convert fractions to decimals and metric to English measurements. • Ability to produce consistently high-quality work in a manufacturing environment. • Capability to set up and operate one or more processing machines. • Ability to speak, write, and comprehend conversational English. Work EnvironmentThis position is based in a steel manufacturing and fabrication environment located in the heart of Louisville. The facility is non–temperature controlled, so you work in conditions that reflect seasonal weather. The role is a first-shift position, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with a 30-minute lunch and two 10-minute breaks. When overtime is needed, it is typically scheduled on Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You work around heavy materials, welding equipment, fabrication machinery, forklifts, and cranes, following all safety procedures and wearing appropriate industrial work attire and protective gear suitable for a steel manufacturing environment. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $21.00 - $21.00/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) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.
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):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.