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MIG, TIG, Stick Welder-Direct Hire

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Hampton, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/24/2026
MIG, TIG, Stick Welder

Direct Hire | $30–$40/hr | 1st Shift | 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Kelly Services is hiring experienced Welders for a direct-hire manufacturing opportunity.

If you’re comfortable with multiple welding processes, can read blueprints, and take pride in producing strong, clean welds, this could be a great next move.

You’ll work with fabricated metal components, technical drawings, welding equipment, and production teams to complete high-quality assemblies safely and accurately.

Job Details

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $30–$40 per hour, based on experience

Shift: 1st Shift

Hours: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Why You'll Want This Job

  • $30–$40/hour, based on experience
  • Direct-hire opportunity
  • Consistent 1st-shift schedule
  • Hands-on welding and fabrication work
  • Opportunity to use multiple welding processes
  • Work from blueprints and engineering drawings
  • Variety of fabrication, fit-up, welding, and inspection responsibilities
  • Long-term opportunity for experienced skilled-trades professionals

What You'll Be Doing

As a Welder, you’ll fabricate and join metal components according to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.

Your Day May Include

  • Performing welding using processes such as MIG, TIG, flux-core, arc, and other applicable welding methods
  • Selecting the proper welding process based on material and job requirements
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, dimensions, and specifications
  • Preparing materials by cleaning, grinding, beveling, and fitting components
  • Aligning and positioning parts prior to welding
  • Inspecting completed welds for quality and accuracy
  • Identifying weld defects and completing corrections or rework as needed
  • Using welding equipment, hand tools, grinders, and fabrication equipment
  • Performing basic maintenance and inspections on welding equipment
  • Recording welding information and production documentation when required
  • Working closely with production and other departments to keep jobs moving
  • Following all established safety procedures and PPE requirements

Welding Experience We're Looking For

Experience with MIG snd TIG and one or more of the following is valuable:

  • MIG / GMAW
  • TIG / GTAW
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welding
  • Stick / Arc Welding
  • Gas welding
  • Structural or industrial fabrication
  • Production welding

Candidates with experience across multiple processes are especially encouraged to apply.

What We're Looking For

This Could Be a Strong Fit If You Have

  • Professional welding or fabrication experience
  • Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
  • Strong knowledge of welding equipment and fabrication tools
  • Experience working with different metals and material thicknesses
  • Strong fit-up and material preparation skills
  • Ability to identify weld defects and make necessary corrections
  • Good mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
  • Strong attention to detail and quality
  • Ability to work independently while also supporting a production team
  • Commitment to safe work practices

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

AWS certification, trade-school welding credentials, or other welding certifications are a plus, but relevant hands-on experience may also be considered.

Physical Requirements

Candidates Should Be Comfortable

  • Standing for extended periods
  • Bending, reaching, and working in different positions
  • Handling and moving metal components
  • Performing repetitive hands-on welding and fabrication tasks
  • Working around welding equipment, sparks, heat, and manufacturing machinery
  • Wearing required PPE

Put Your Welding Skills to Work

If you have strong welding experience and enjoy fabrication, blueprint reading, fit-up, inspection, and producing quality work, we want to hear from you.

Apply today for this direct-hire Welder opportunity with Kelly Services.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Please note: The following benefits reflect Kelly's general offerings. Eligibility may vary by assignment, location, and job type. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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