**Job Title: MIG Welder** **Job Description** The main responsibility of a welder/fitter is to assemble and weld aluminum and stainless steel trailers, and/or sub-assemblies. This role involves laying out and positioning parts according to specifications, welding in various positions such as flat, horizontal, overhead, and vertical, and interpreting blueprints. The ideal candidate should be proficient in MIG welding on aluminum. **Responsibilities** + Assemble and weld aluminum and stainless steel trailers and sub-assemblies. + Layout and position parts according to a set of specifications. + Weld in various positions including flat, horizontal, overhead, and vertical. + Interpret blueprints accurately. + Perform MIG welding on aluminum. + Work at heights up to 15 feet and possibly in confined spaces. + Crawl under trucks, weld on backs, and climb in and on trailers. **Essential Skills** + MIG welding on aluminum. + Blueprint interpretation. + Proficiency in using a tape measure (will be tested). + Ability to pass a weld test (horizontal, vertical, overhead passes on aluminum plates). + Welding certifications if lacking field experience. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Fabrication skills. + Ability to work in confined spaces. **Why Work Here?** This position is great for entry to mid-level welders looking to start a career. We offer health benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as optional insurances. Employees receive a $15,000 company-provided life insurance policy, 401k, attendance and performance bonuses, an Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, and earn-as-you-go paid time off. **Work Environment** The work environment includes a first shift schedule from Monday to Thursday (10-hour shifts) and Friday (5-hour shift), totaling 45 hours weekly. You can choose either a 6am - 4pm or 5am - 3pm schedule, with flexibility on Fridays for overtime. The pay rate is $21-$23 per hour, with the potential to earn a $3 increase in the first year based on attendance and performance. Evaluations occur at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year, with potential raises at each evaluation. Additional raises and bonuses are available based on performance, attendance, and production. The manufacturing floor houses 120 employees and maintains a very clean environment. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00 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 Akron,OH. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Feb 7, 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.