About the position McNeilus Steel, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Welder to join our Welding department in Morristown, TN. This position is essential for the safe and efficient operation of welding equipment, ensuring that all products meet the required specifications. The Welder will be responsible for adjusting, setting, and measuring for the proper length or dimensions of the desired product, which is critical to maintaining the quality and integrity of our steel products. The role requires a strong understanding of welding techniques and the ability to work with various materials, primarily steel. The working conditions for this position involve physical demands, including the ability to lift and carry objects weighing between 75-100 pounds. The Welder will often need to stoop, kneel, or crouch in awkward positions, and standing or walking will comprise 90-95% of the workday. Safety is paramount; therefore, the Welder must wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as leather gloves, sleeves, and a welding helmet during operations. The typical work schedule consists of ten-hour shifts from Monday to Thursday, with the possibility of overtime as needed. In this role, the Welder will perform a variety of tasks, including laying out, positioning, and securing parts and assemblies according to specifications. The Welder will also be responsible for tack-welding or welding components using various welding equipment, cutting workpieces, and inspecting welded surfaces for quality assurance. The ability to analyze engineering drawings and specifications is crucial for planning layout, assembly, and welding operations. The Welder will also be expected to maintain a clean and organized work area, comply with OSHA requirements, and adhere to company safety rules and health policies at all times. Responsibilities • Lays out, positions, and secures parts and assemblies according to specifications, using straightedge, combination square, calipers, and ruler , • Tack-welds or welds components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment , • Cuts workpiece, using powered saws, hand shears, chipping knife, hand plasma, or oxyfuel , • Melts lead bar, wire, or scrap to add lead to joint or to extrude melted scrap into reusable form , • Observes tests on welded surfaces for dimension tolerance to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications , • Inspects grooves, angles, or gap allowances, using micrometer, caliper, and precision measuring instruments , • Removes rough spots from workpiece using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper , • Welds components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions , • Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts, using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment , • Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage, or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc , • Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations , • Develops templates and other work aids to hold and align parts , • Determines required equipment and welding method, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry, and welding techniques , • Debur parts as needed , • Keep work area, tools and equipment neat, organized, and clean , • Learn, understand, and comply with OSHA requirements, company safety rules, and health policies at all times, working according to good safety practices as posted, instructed, and discussed , • Use all safety devices, equipment, and PPE as directed and provided for protection , • Performs other duties as instructed and assigned Requirements • Must be able to understand, operate and adjust welding machine according to material being used to achieve proper weld , • Knowledge of steel products , • Ability to troubleshoot, work well independently, and as a team , • CNC Machine experience preferred but not required , • Understand and able to print weld symbols , • Welding Certificate preferred , • High School diploma or equivalent , • Ability to use measuring tools, read, and interpret blueprints , • Must be able to read, write, and communicate in fluent English , • Forklift and crane certified Nice-to-haves • CNC Machine experience preferred , • Welding Certificate preferred Benefits
See More Details >>Combo Welder & Fitter ($150 per day per diem for Travel Candidates) • *This is a Contract to hire position based out of Hollywood, South Carolina offering +10-15hrs of weekly OT** Pay is $25-$26 an hour Job Description Aerotek is currently seeking skilled structural welders with experience using flux core welding and fitting experience to work at a facility in Hollywood, SC. Welders will be responsible for joining, fabricating, and repairing metal and other weldable material utilizing blueprints, measuring instruments and other fabrication tools. Responsible for welding and fitting various large structural steel components for NAVSEA related equipment. Overtime available. Essential Skills • 3-5+ years experience in structural fitting and welding. • 3-5+ years experience in both flux core welding and pulse welding. • 3-5+ years experience in reading and interpreting structural blueprints and welding symbols. • Proficiency in converting fractions to decimals to 1/16th and/or 1/32nd from tape measures. • Experience in using tape measures, squares, and blueprint reading. • 3+ years experience in shipyards and other related fields fabricating and welding large steel components for NAVSEA related equipment. Shift/Compensation Additional Information Shift Schedule/Openings: 4-10 hour shifts M - TH. • Day Shift 6am-4:30pm (10 openings) - $25/hr • Night Shift 330pm-2am (10 openings) - $25/hr + $1 Shift Differential = $26/hr • Must be able to work Overtime on Friday and/or Sat. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $26.00/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 Morristown,TN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 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 >>Becoming a welder typically starts with a technical school program or apprenticeship, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. These programs typically last from 6 to 18 months. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports over 402,333 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a steady growth of 2% to 3% in the welding sector. In Morristown, TN, aspiring welders can expect to earn an average wage of $1,200 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $50,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and industry programs provide pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
