Becoming a welder in Harrisburg, PA typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders nationwide, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Harrisburg, PA, welders earn an average of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $108,000 annually. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
Job Description: Welder Position 1st Shift Monday - Thursday (4-10 hour days) Schedule: 6:00am - 4:00pm Pay Rate: $26/hr - $28/hr Overtime Available and Opportunity to Grow Direct Hire Position Job Responsibilities: • Welding procedures include mostly MIG, Flux Core, and Stick welding on different types of tanks • Utilize different hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment for precision and accuracy • Weld components in different types of positions including flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead • Welding on thicker gauge materials, thicknesses up to 1 inch • Working in a team-oriented environment, cross training in other departments • Reading and interpreting blueprints in accordance with customer specifications, custom weld environment Skills: MIG and Stick Welding Weld in Multiple Positions Flux Core Welding Variety of Steels Blueprint Reading Manufacturing Setting Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $28.00/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 Harrisburg,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 2025. 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.
See More Details >>Classification: Non-Exempt Reports to: Foreman/Superintendent EEO Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled Job Description Welder/Millwrights are responsible for installing, servicing, and maintaining industrial machinery, equipment, and systems. They also help carry out tasks as directed by the Mechanical Superintendent or Mechanical Foreman Essential Functions: • Install, service, and maintain industrial machinery, equipment, and systems • Install piping and fluid handling systems • Install, modify, and service conveyor systems • Build, install, and modify duct systems • Metal fabrication duties, including cutting, grinding, • Demolition of equipment, machinery, or structures • Steel erection or modification, including mezzanines, platforms, supports, • Preform quality weld in both shop and field conditions. • Have working knowledge pipe prep fit up and layout. • Must supply personal tools. • Must have reliable transportation to and from job sites. • Must be able to pass all required safety training required by state and federal agencies. • Overtime, and weekend work is regularly available. Competencies • Service and customer-service oriented • Commitment to the job, demonstrated by appearance, tools, and personal pride in work • Comprehension of blueprints, schematics, and specifications • Ability to develop material lists and determine equipment necessary for the project • Use of hand and power tools • Use of measuring devices • Carbon Steel pipe welding • Stainless Steel Pipe welding • Stainless Steel Sanitary tube welding. • Ability to layout and fit pipe. • Ability to read blueprints and Isometric drawings. • Structural welding of (S.S., C.S., and AL.) • Crane signaling • Cutting tools and techniques, including oxy-acetylene torch, plasma, jet-arc, • Experienced in machine/equipment service and repair (i.e., bearings, drives, shafts, ) • Proficient in equipment alignment and leveling techniques • Equipment operation, including scissors and boom lifts; all-terrain, shooting boom, and industrial forklifts • Ability to work at heights from ladders or work platforms • Pipe bending, fitting, threading, and welding • Understanding of different materials (S.S., C.S., Al, etc.) • Familiarity with ductwork systems and typical installation techniques • Operation of service trucks and non-CDL trucks • Complete tasks independently with supervisory oversight • Comprehends and practices safe working practices according to Company policy and customer require Physical Demands and Working Conditions: While performing the duties of this position, the Welder/Millwright is required to perform the following actions throughout an 8-12 hour period of work for a 5-7 day work week. • Be available for overtime and emergency call-ins • Job will require working in all elements, depending on job location, time of year (heat, cold, rain, snow). • Must be able to utilize construction site sanitary facilities (Porta-Johns) • Job will require employees to have personal tools with them at all • Work from all types of ladders (step ladders up to 14',"A" frame ladders and all sizes of extension ladders and carry and relocate up to 12' step ladders by oneself). • Employee's personal weight and personal tools cannot exceed weight limit of ladder (Class1-250 , Class 1A- 300 lbs.). • Perform work at various heights {up to 90') from ladders, scaffolds, aerial lifts, cat walks of other areas. • Work in restricted areas (manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, attics, tanks, drums, ) • Wear personal protective equipment (steel toe safety shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, respirator), as required • Repetitive use of arms, hands, and • Able to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week, overtime as required and night shift Travel: • Occasional overnight travel • Within a 75 mile radius from office with radius pay, daily round trip. • Education and Experience: • Highschool diploma or GED • Proven experience working in the mechanical industrial field • Individual has 5-10 years' experience and or has a knowledge base equal to a person of 5-10 years Compensation Hourly Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision benefits available after waiting period. Other Duties This job description may not cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities, and responsibilities may change at any time. Houck Services, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
See More Details >>Our company is looking for experienced Class-C Welders. Qualifications/ Needs: - Must be a certified welder - Must be able to read/ understand blue prints - Weld sizes according to welding procedures, chip weld with chipping hammer and clean welds with 4" grinder - Clean all (personal) spatter - Welds should be checked with welding guages, then moved to finish area according to job # (specs) - Must be physically able to perform all aspects of the job in the Mill's Environment - Must have 2-3 years of on job experience & have Flux Core weld experience Welder Tools Needed: - Welder, blue prints, chipping hammer, grinder, welding guage, and welding hood - Hard hat, safety glasses, leather gloves, hearing protection and steel toed metatarsal (1st shift) 6am-2pm (OT as needed until 4pm) Some Mandatory Saturdays are required. Company DescriptionWithin Probitas Technology, you will find a great team focused on developing your career while providing direction and insight towards your next opportunity.
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