About this role
HIRING!!!! Journeyman Structural Welder - $35/hr
Job DescriptionThis role is responsible for performing field welding on structural steel components for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects while maintaining strict adherence to project specifications and safety standards. The structural welder produces highquality welds that meet inspection and quality requirements and works in outdoor environments, often at heights and in varying weather conditions.
Responsibilities
- Perform field welding on structural steel components for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
- Use FCAW, SMAW, and GMAW welding processes to complete structural welds according to project specifications.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project documents to plan and execute welding tasks accurately.
- Support steel erection practices, including fitting, aligning, and securing structural members prior to welding.
- Ensure all welds meet applicable codes, inspection standards, and quality requirements, including AWS D1.1.
- Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while working at heights, in lifts, and on active construction sites.
- Work effectively in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions while maintaining productivity and quality.
- Travel to project sites across Oregon, Washington, and California to perform field welding and related tasks.
- Inspect completed welds and structures, identify defects, and perform necessary repairs or rework.
- Collaborate with site crews and other trades to coordinate work, maintain schedules, and support project completion.
Essential Skills
- Current AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certification.
- Proficiency in FCAW (fluxcored arc welding), SMAW (stick welding), and/or GMAW (MIG welding) processes.
- Ability to perform wire, stick, flux core, and MIG welding on structural steel components.
- Strong blueprint reading skills and ability to interpret structural drawings and specifications.
- Practical experience with steel erection practices and working on large structural projects.
- Comfort working at heights and in lifts on active construction sites.
- Ability to produce highquality welds that meet inspection, code, and project quality requirements.
- Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions on construction workplaces.
- Capability to travel regularly within Oregon, Washington, and California for field assignments.
Work EnvironmentThis position is fieldbased with regular travel to construction sites across Oregon, Washington, and California. Work is performed outdoors on active construction workplaces, often at heights and in lifts, and requires comfort working in varying and sometimes challenging weather conditions. The environment is fastpaced and safetyfocused, with daily interaction with site crews and other trades around large structural steel projects.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chattaroy, WA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $35.00/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)
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Chattaroy,WA.
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.