**Job Title: Welder Assembler** **Job Description** Welders will be responsible for the construction of safe rooms. They will be primarily welding using MIG, and eventually some TIG. The construction of these rooms will require building wall panels, welding, putting up drywall, painting, etc. The job involves using hand and power tools to measure and cut various materials. Welders will spend about 50% of their time welding, with the other 50% spent on other tasks within the shop, initially focusing on panel building. They will work in teams of 4-6 to construct these rooms and will be taught how to read drawings. The most crucial skill will be the ability to read a tape measure down to 1/16th of an inch. **Responsibilities** + Construct safe rooms by welding and assembly. + Perform MIG welding and some TIG welding. + Build wall panels and perform related construction tasks including drywall and painting. + Use hand and power tools to measure and cut materials. + Work off of drawings and learn to read them accurately. + Collaborate in teams of 4-6 to complete projects. **Essential Skills** + Proficient in MIG welding (must pass a weld test). + Experience in construction, assembly, fabrication, or a shop setting. + Proficient with hand and power tools. + Ability to read a tape measure down to 1/16th of an inch. + Comfortable reading tape measures and squares, and cutting products to size. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Experience with TIG welding is a plus. + Knowledge of using chop saws, band saws, and shears is beneficial. **Why Work Here?** Enjoy full benefits with three plans available to choose from, including the opportunity for 100% employer-paid coverage. We offer a 3% 401k match, two weeks paid vacation, and 10 major holidays. Annual reviews for raises are conducted in January. Employees have the ability to move up proficiency levels for pay increases, with three levels available. Once permanent, there are opportunities to travel internationally. **Work Environment** Work in a smaller, open-air shop with a very diverse workforce. Employees work in teams and must be able to travel approximately three times a year for two weeks at a time. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Jacksonville, Florida. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00 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 Jacksonville,FL. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 20, 2024. **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.