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Welder Job Post

We are seeking skilled welders to perform fluxcore MIG welding on components for the fabrication of steel bridges up to 1/2" thick. You will work from blueprints to execute full layouts and fabricate structures associated with these layouts. While welding is a key part of this role, you will also operate various equipment such as overhead and jib cranes, band saws, drill presses, stud welders, and grinders. This position involves moving around the shop and working in varying positions, sometimes in awkward locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform fluxcore MIG welding on steel bridge components.
• Read and interpret blueprints for layout and fabrication tasks.
• Operate overhead and jib cranes, band saws, drill presses, stud welders, and grinders.
• Move around the shop to fabricate and weld bridges, including crawling under materials.
• Potentially take on a lead welder role, guiding and supervising other welders.

Essential Skills

• Strong structural welding experience.
• Experience with MIG and flux core welding.
• Ability to perform vertical and wire feed welding.
• Proficiency in reading and working from blueprints.
• Capability to lift 50 lbs and perform tasks that require kneeling, stooping, and crawling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Potential to advance to a lead welder position.
• Ability to work independently and determine tasks without direct supervision.
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to various tasks.
• Experience with flux core welding on structural steel is a plus.
• Must be able to pass 3F and 4F weld tests within the first few days and a 3G weld test within the first month.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team with the opportunity for career advancement. Enjoy yearly bonus potential and a supportive work environment where learning and professional growth are encouraged.

Work Environment

Work in a small-sized structural fabrication shop that can be messy and lacks air conditioning. The position offers both 1st shift (5:30 am to 4:00 pm) and 2nd shift (4:00 pm to 2:30 am) options, with two 15-minute breaks and a half-hour unpaid lunch.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shakopee, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Shakopee, MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 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 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 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.