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Welder (Flux-Core MIG) - Full Benefits
1st or 2nd Shift Available
Job Overview
We are looking for experienced Welders to join our team fabricating structural steel bridge components. This role involves flux-core MIG welding, blueprint reading, fabrication work, and operating various shop equipment. Candidates should be comfortable working in a physically demanding fabrication environment and be able to work independently.
Schedule
1st Shift: 5:30 AM - 4:00 PM
2nd Shift: 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Annual bonus opportunity
- Career growth opportunities
- Potential advancement into a Lead Welder role
- Stable, long-term employment
Responsibilities
- Perform flux-core MIG welding on structural steel components up to 1/2" thick
- Read and interpret blueprints for layouts and fabrication
- Fabricate bridge components to specifications
- Operate overhead cranes and Jib cranes
- Use fabrication equipment including:
- Band saws
- Drill presses
- Stud welders
- Grinders
- Maintain quality and safety standards
- Assist with general fabrication tasks as needed
Qualifications
- Strong structural welding experience
- Experience with flux-core MIG welding
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
- Comfortable kneeling, bending, stooping, and crawling as needed
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous lead welder experience
- Structural steel fabrication experience
- Experience operating overhead cranes
Work Environment
- Structural steel fabrication shop environment
- Physical, hands-on role
- Shop can become warm during summer months and may be dusty or dirty
- Requires standing, walking, bending, and welding in various positions throughout the shift
Apply Today!
If you have structural welding experience and are looking for a long-term opportunity with growth potential, we'd like to hear from you. Join a team that values quality workmanship, independence, and career advancement.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bloomington, MN.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/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)
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Bloomington,MN.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.
About Aerotek
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.
Posting ID: JP-006278212