Welder Apprentice Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM (NOW HIRING)

Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on fabricating and welding tanks and other industrial equipment using blueprints and flux core welding processes. You will primarily perform welding with some FCAW work and progressively take on fitting responsibilities as you become familiar with established processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and basic welding symbols to fabricate tanks and other industrial equipment.
• Perform structural welding using flux core processes, with approximately 90% flux core welding and 10% GMAW (including some metal core).
• Weld in 3G and 4G positions using .045 diameter wire in accordance with D1.1 standards and company procedures.
• Execute high-quality structural welds on industrial equipment, tanks, and related components to meet safety and performance standards.
• Perform fitting duties once familiar with internal processes and procedures, including fitting components prior to welding.
• Use MIG, stick, and flux core welding techniques as needed to complete assigned projects.
• Follow manufacturing and fabrication instructions to produce consistent, high-quality welds and structures.
• Inspect welds visually and make necessary adjustments to ensure quality and structural integrity.
• Work safely in a dirty, industrial environment, including confined spaces and at heights using ladders.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and maintain workflow efficiency.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including the proper use of equipment and personal protective gear.

Essential Skills

• At least 2+ years of experience as an industrial welder, preferably 3–5 years of continuous work experience.
• Proficiency with flux core welding, including the ability to weld in 3G and 4G positions.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and basic welding symbols.
• Experience with structural welding, with structural welding experience considered a major advantage.
• Hands-on experience with FCAW (Fluxcore) welding and some stick welding.
• Ability to work with .045 diameter wire and follow D1.1 standards.
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing and fabrication environments.
• Capability to perform fitting tasks or strong aptitude to learn fitting.
• Consistency and reliability in work history, with sustained employment in previous roles.

Work Environment

Work takes place indoors in a heavy industrial manufacturing setting where water and fuel tanks, coal haulers, bottom-dump trailers, and equipment transports are produced for global construction and mining use. Although work is indoors, you may be exposed to varying weather conditions including cold, heat, and moisture. The environment is dirty and industrial, with loud metal clanking and typical fabrication noise. You must be comfortable working in confined spaces and climbing ladders as part of daily tasks. Appropriate industrial attire and personal protective equipment are expected to ensure safety in this setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Albuquerque, NM.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Albuquerque,NM.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 7, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.