Job Information
Aerotek Welder in Roscoe, Illinois
Fit-up Welder - 1st shift
First Shift | Custom Fabrication | Growth & Skill Development
We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our custom job shop fabrication team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, can work independently, and enjoys hands‑on welding in a project‑based environment. You’ll set up your own equipment, weld to print, and inspect your work before it moves to the next stage of production.
Key Responsibilities
Perform MIG welding on mild steel, sheet metal, and heavy plate (as applicable)
Weld parts according to blueprints, layouts, and work orders
Independently set up welding equipment, including selecting proper wire size based on material type and thickness
Fit and assemble parts prior to welding to ensure proper alignment
Read and interpret blueprints to determine weld locations, dimensions, and sequencing
Use basic shop math to verify measurements (down to 1/16” or 1/32” )
Inspect completed welds for quality, accuracy, and conformance to specs
Complete inspection sheets and quality documentation
Use hand tools and shop tools to prep, position, and finish welded components
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Role Flexibility
Welder‑focused roles: Heavy plate welding with cored wire to AWS D1.1 standards
Welder/Fitter roles: Take parts from fit‑up through welding and final checks (training provided as needed)
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
MIG welding experience in a fabrication or job shop environment
Ability to read and apply welding blueprints and drawings
Experience with fit‑up and part alignment
Ability to set up your own welding machine and inspect your own work
Basic shop math skills
Comfortable using hand tools and basic shop equipment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
Preferred / Nice to Have
TIG and/or stick welding experience
Sheet metal fabrication experience
AWS D1.1 certification or prior experience welding to AWS D1.1 standards
Experience with cored wire welding
Prior custom job shop or fabrication experience
Willingness to learn fitting and cross‑training opportunities
Schedule
First Shift: Monday–Friday
7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Occasional overtime, typically not past 4:30 p.m.
Consistent daytime hours to support work‑life balance
Environment
Custom job shop welding facility
Primarily MIG welding, with exposure to TIG and stick welding
Work with mild steel, sheet metal, and heavy plate
Hands‑on fabrication using welding machines, hand tools, and measuring tools
Standard welding PPE and appropriate shop attire required
Safety‑focused, organized production environment
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Roscoe, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/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 Roscoe,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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.