Welder

Structural Steel Welder

Pay: $24–$32 per hour (based on experience)

Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday–Friday (occasional Saturdays)

Location: Cocoa, FL 32926

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Structural Steel Welder to join our fabrication team in Cocoa, FL. In this role, you will produce high‑quality, code‑compliant structural steel components for large‑scale construction projects. This position is ideal for welders who take pride in craftsmanship, safety, and precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Review fabrication drawings, work orders, weld symbols, and welding procedures before starting work
• Set up welding equipment and verify materials, joint fit‑up, and alignment
• Perform structural welds on carbon steel using MIG and Flux‑Cored (FCAW) processes
• Weld in multiple positions (flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead)
• Control weld penetration, bead profile, and heat input to prevent distortion
• Clean welds, remove slag, and perform basic grinding or touch‑ups as needed
• Conduct self‑inspections to ensure weld quality and code compliance
• Work closely with fitters, supervisors, and quality personnel to resolve issues
• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and hot‑work practices
• Prepare completed assemblies for inspection, coating, or shipment

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 1+ year of recent welding experience (structural steel preferred)
• Hands‑on experience welding carbon steel components
• Ability to produce consistent, repeatable, code‑compliant welds
• Strong understanding of joint types, weld sizes, and structural connections
• Ability to read and interpret fabrication drawings and weld symbols
• Understanding of how weld quality impacts structural integrity
• Comfortable following written work instructions and welding procedures

Why Work With Us?

• Steady, long‑term work in a professional fabrication environment
• Exposure to large‑scale, high‑profile construction projects
• Modern equipment and well‑organized shop
• Team‑driven culture focused on quality, safety, and accountability
• Opportunities to grow and advance within structural steel fabrication
• Pride in building durable, high‑impact structures

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cocoa, FL.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $31.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cocoa,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026.

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.