Flange Seam SAW Welder @ Aerotek

Job Title: Flange Seam SAW WelderJob DescriptionThe Flange Seam SAW Welder performs high-precision submerged arc welding (SAW) on flange seams to meet strict quality and production standards in a heavy fabrication environment. This role sets up and operates manual and automated welding equipment, conducts thorough quality inspections, and maintains a safe, clean, and organized work area. The welder collaborates closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations and may mentor junior welders and document production and maintenance activities at advanced levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-precision submerged arc welding (SAW) on flange seams to meet rigorous quality and production requirements.
• Set up and operate SAW welding equipment, ensuring precise alignment, fit-up, and proper parameter adjustments.
• Conduct basic to advanced flange seam welding tasks, including multi-pass welds and adjustments to optimize weld quality.
• Set up manual welding, automated welding, and flame/plasma cutting equipment by selecting and adjusting appropriate parameters.
• Utilize manual and automated welding equipment and tooling to tack and finish weld components using GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW processes.
• Prepare welding joints and repair surface and weld imperfections using flame or plasma cutting equipment and grinding tools.
• Perform thorough visual and dimensional inspections of welds to identify defects and make corrections to meet higher specifications.
• Operate material handling equipment, overhead cranes, and rigging to fit up and relocate tower section components safely and efficiently.
• Replenish welding equipment consumables, including wire, tips, nozzles, nozzles, and feed rollers to maintain continuous production.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections on welding and cutting equipment, correcting minor issues and reporting larger concerns as needed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding equipment issues, adjusting settings to achieve optimal output and consistent weld quality.
• Coordinate with Team Leaders, Quality Assurance, and Maintenance teams to prioritize products and ensure smooth production flow.
• Follow all safety protocols, maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work environment, and perform routine housekeeping tasks.
• Read and interpret production drawings, job hazard analyses (JHAs), and process work instructions (PWIs) to perform work accurately and safely.
• Document production metrics, equipment maintenance activities, and inventory usage for record-keeping at senior levels.
• Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to welders at all levels, emphasizing precision, safety, and adherence to quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform high-precision submerged arc welding (SAW) on flange seams in a heavy fabrication environment.
• Expertise in operating SAW welding equipment, including set-up, alignment, and parameter adjustment.
• Proficiency in GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and SAW welding processes for tack and finish welds.
• Ability to set up manual welding, automated welding, and flame/plasma cutting equipment with appropriate parameter adjustments.
• Skill in preparing welding joints and repairing surface and weld imperfections using cutting and grinding equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills to diagnose and resolve welding equipment issues and optimize output.
• Demonstrated ability to perform thorough quality inspections and ensure welds meet higher specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret production drawings and technical work instructions accurately.
• Ability to understand and interpret all job hazard analyses (JHAs) and process work instructions (PWIs) for Level 2.
• Minimum of 2 years of welding experience in a heavy fabrication industry, or a combination of welding courses and welding work experience through an accredited technical school or apprentice program.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to speak, read, and understand English.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment, overhead cranes, and rigging safely.
• Ability to work safely around cutting torches, grinding operations, and industrial machinery.
• Must pass a pre-employment welding skills assessment.
• Must pass pre-employment Reading, Math, and Locating Information assessments.
• For Level 2: 2 years of work experience with zero safety violations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certificate in welding from an accredited technical school is preferred.
• Experience mentoring and training welders at different skill levels.
• Strong focus on safety, with a proven record of working without safety violations.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality welds and workmanship.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with production, quality, and maintenance teams.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation of production metrics, equipment maintenance, and inventory at senior levels.

Why Work Here? This opportunity offers the chance to work in a professional, high-performance fabrication environment where safety, precision, and continuous improvement are strongly valued. Team members collaborate closely across production, quality, and maintenance functions, gaining exposure to advanced welding technologies and complex projects. The culture emphasizes training, mentorship, and skill development, providing a pathway for growth from junior to advanced levels. Employees benefit from a structured environment that rewards reliability, attention to detail, and a strong safety record.

Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a heavily industrial fabrication facility with loud machine noise and continuous production activity. Team members work around cutting torches, grinding operations, and welding equipment, with exposure to sparks, heat, and industrial by-products. The environment may involve working safely around toxic or corrosive chemicals, working above ground, and navigating uneven surfaces. Proper personal protective equipment is required, and adherence to safety protocols is essential. The work is hands-on, physically active, and performed on the production floor, with an emphasis on maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workspace.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Pueblo, CO.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/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 20, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Pueblo,CO.

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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