Becoming a welder in Lancaster, PA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with technical training, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about three to four years, requiring extensive training under licensed professionals. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Lancaster, PA, welders earn an average of $1,038.50 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $100,000 annually. Trade schools, welding unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
Description: The Welder / Fitter will be responsible for manufacturing fire trucks within a custom shop setting. This role includes the fabrication, layout/fitting, and welding of custom equipment from the ground up. 1st shift - 5:30am - 4:00pm Monday - Thursday, optional overtime available on Fridays. Job Responsibilities: • MIG or TIG Welding on stainless steel and aluminum materials • Perform welding (AWS 3G/4G) according to blueprints • Fabricate components from raw stock, as needed • Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etc. • Self-check work and inspect prior processes • Use hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required • Maintain a clean and safe work area Pay/Benefits • Pay Range: $24-28/hr • Clean, climate controlled work environment. • Excellent company culture • Strong benefits package • $125 boot allowance Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $52000.00 - $62400.00/yr. - Above average health benefits. For single person $0 employee contribution, low contribution for family plan - 401k match (50% up to 6% employee contribution). - 2 weeks of vacation to start, 11 paid holidays Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 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 >>Pro Mechanical Services Co. is seeking Entry Level MIG Welders. Must have at least 1 year of on the job welding experience. Please apply or call 513-449-4004 if interested, these positions are immediate hire! Job Duties: • MIG welding on various types of material. • Set up machine based on each task. • Use of cutting tools and other related equipment. • Operating forklifts and overhead crane ( Will be trained ) • Read and interpret drawings. • Must keep work station clean and organized. Job Requirements: • Pass a weld test • Use of power tools and other equipment. • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and Background. • Must be willing to work overtime if needed. Job Info: • Shift: 2nd Shift available • Pay: $23- $27.50 including shift differential • Health insurance available after 90 days of employment. • PTO is offered during first 30 days of employment. • Schedule: Monday - Thursday working 10 hours per day and some Fridays. • Call us to discuss at 513-449-4004! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.00 - $27.50 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week Benefits: • Health insurance • Paid time off Shift: • 10 hour shift • 8 hour shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: • MIG welding: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Title: Welder Job Description The Welder I performs entry-level work under close supervision. Uses Arc welder and electrode rods to perform tack and bead welds and oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting metals. Operates hand and power tools to grind, bevel, fit metals together, and remove slag. Selects proper electrodes and holders and regulates current and time. Welding certification preferred and 4-5 years of experience. Responsibilities • Use modification and welding (minimum AWS 3G/4G level) skills to rework cab and other components. • Perform welding (AWS 3G/4G) according to blueprints. • Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete welding in assigned areas. • Fabricate components from raw stock, as required, and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etc. • Understand, and be able to articulate, the production flow of an assigned product line or area. • Self-check work and inspect prior processes. • Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required. • Meet production goals. • Maintain a clean and safe work area. • Initiate process improvements. • Support 5S in the work area. • Lead/perform lean events. • Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etc.) to resolve issues. Essential Skills • 4-5 years of related experience. • Basic tools (e.g. hand tools) safety and effectiveness. • Ability to meet job expectations within 90 days or be on track to. • Excellent attendance. • Positive attitude. • Strong and consistent attention to detail. • Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task. • Team-oriented. • Basic computer skills. • Ability to pass required welding certification tests in AWS material sections: D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6, and D9.1 (time will be given to practice before taking certifications). • Understanding of AWS welding symbols. • Ability to set up, adjust, and maintain welding machines. • Proficiency in either MIG or TIG welding steel, stainless, and aluminum. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Previous experience and/or certifications preferred. • Ability to learn and rotate within various weld areas. • Willingness to wear PPE respirators for extended periods. • Commitment to improving self/area/company, including pursuing additional training if needed. • Working knowledge of relevant systems (example: AS/400). • Ability to read and comprehend blueprints including weld specifications at a high level. • Willingness to work overtime on short notice. Why Work Here? We are willing to train more entry-level welders and provide a $125 steel toe shoe allowance once hired on. Work Environment Clean and well-lit shop. Organized and stations are cleaned up every day 15 minutes before the shift is over. Not climate controlled. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $58240.00/yr. - 401k: 100% match of first 3%, and 50% match for the next 2% - 4 Tiers: Employee only, Employee and Spouse, Employee and Children, Family. 3 plan options: PPO, HDHP Gold, HDHP Silver - Dental and Vision Plans - Basic life insurance coverage of $30,000 - PTO: 60 hours in first 2 years, then 100 hours year 2-5, 140 hours year 5-10, 180 hours at 10 years and after Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 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.
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