Tig/Stick Welder @ Aerotek

Job Title: Tig/Stick WelderJob DescriptionThis field-based role is responsible for welding and fabricating metal components in industrial environments to produce high-quality, code-compliant products. You will perform precision TIG and stick welding on carbon steel and stainless-steel piping in a variety of positions and conditions, contributing directly to the safe and efficient construction of complex process systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG and stick welding on carbon steel and stainless-steel process piping, including butt welds and socket welds on various wall thicknesses such as SCH 10, SCH 40, and SCH 80.
• Execute socket welds on stainless-steel process piping up to 2" diameter and butt welds up to 8" diameter, maintaining high-quality standards in all welds.
• Pass and maintain qualification for an ASME 6G 2" Carbon Steel GTAW pipe test as required for the role.
• Prepare to take and, if needed, pass an ASME 6G 6" Carbon Steel SMAW pipe test (SCH80 carbon steel pipe with 6010 root and 7018 cap, full penetration butt weld with no backing ring) as a plus.
• Set up and configure welding rigs to match job requirements, environmental conditions, and materials being welded, ensuring safe and efficient operation.
• Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, and construction drawings to plan and execute accurate pipe layout, fit-up, and weld sequences.
• Perform welding in multiple positions and at various heights, including work performed from man lifts and scissor lifts.
• Work safely and effectively in a variety of industrial manufacturing facilities, including both clean (food-grade) and dirty (recycling or heavy industrial) environments.
• Support heavy industrial, new construction, and heavy mechanical construction projects by welding and fitting pipelines, steel, PVC, and copper as required by the scope of work.
• Maintain welding quality to meet ASME Section IX requirements, including welds subject to X-ray inspection.
• Apply knowledge of ASME codes and standards to ensure all work meets applicable regulatory and quality requirements.
• Demonstrate flexibility by working outside of core welding duties when welding work is not available, assisting with related construction or mechanical tasks.
• Work a minimum of 40 hours per week, typically on 4x10-hour shifts (MondayThursday) or 5x8-hour shifts (MondayFriday), and be available for overtime as project needs require.
• Be willing to work occasional night shifts when required by project or facility constraints.
• Follow all site safety policies and procedures, including safe use of lifts, tools, and personal protective equipment.
• Collaborate with other trades and team members on site to coordinate work, minimize downtime, and support project schedules.

Essential Skills

• 25 years of previous TIG welding experience, preferably in an industrial environment.
• Proven ability to pass an ASME 6G 2" Carbon Steel GTAW pipe test.
• Ability to pass an ASME Section IX pipe test with X-ray inspection.
• Hands-on experience with TIG welding on carbon steel and stainless-steel piping.
• Proficiency with stick welding (SMAW) in industrial and construction settings.
• Familiarity with MIG welding processes.
• Working knowledge of ASME codes and standards relevant to pipe welding and fabrication.
• Ability to perform butt welds and socket welds on various pipe schedules including SCH 10, SCH 40, and SCH 80.
• Competence in reading and interpreting blueprints and construction drawings for layout and pipe routing.
• Experience with layout and installation of pipelines, including steel, PVC, and copper piping.
• Ability to safely work at heights and operate from man lifts and scissor lifts while welding.
• Capacity to work full-time schedules (4x10s or 5x8s) with flexibility for overtime and occasional night shifts.
• Willingness and physical ability to work outdoors and within varying environmental conditions on heavy industrial job sites.
• Flexibility to work in both clean, food-grade facilities and dirty, heavy industrial or recycling environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to pass an ASME 6G 6" Carbon Steel SMAW pipe test (SCH80 carbon steel pipe with 6010 root and 7018 cap, full penetration butt weld with no backing ring) is a plus.
• Experience working on heavy industrial projects, including new construction for manufacturing plants and heavy mechanical construction.
• Experience in construction environments involving steel, PVC, copper, and pipeline work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, structurally sound welds.
• Ability to set up and adjust welding rigs and equipment to match different materials and job conditions.
• Adaptability to support tasks outside of welding when required, contributing to overall project success.
• Solid understanding of safe work practices in industrial and construction settings.

Why Work Here? You will join a team that values craftsmanship, safety, and professional growth while supporting complex industrial projects. The organization supports field travel by offering reimbursement when job sites are beyond a set distance and rewards commitment with premium pay such as double time for Sunday work. You can expect steady full-time hours, opportunities for overtime, and exposure to diverse industrial environments that help you expand your skills and advance your career. Work EnvironmentThis role is entirely field-based, working onsite at heavy industrial projects, including new construction for manufacturing plants and heavy mechanical construction.

You will weld and fabricate in active industrial manufacturing facilities, ranging from clean, food-grade operations to dirty, recycling and heavy industrial sites. Work regularly takes place outdoors and within the elements, so you must be comfortable working in varying weather conditions. Welding is performed in multiple positions and at different heights, often from man lifts and scissor lifts, using TIG, stick, and occasionally MIG processes on carbon steel, stainless steel, and other piping materials such as PVC and copper.

Typical schedules are either four 10-hour days (MondayThursday) or five 8-hour days (MondayFriday), with overtime and some night shifts based on project needs. Appropriate personal protective equipment and workwear suitable for industrial construction and outdoor conditions are required at all times.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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 23, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

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

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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