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Job Title: Welder

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled welder to join our team, specializing in fluxcore MIG welding for the fabrication of steel bridges up to 1/2" thick. The role involves working off blueprints to perform full layouts and fabrication associated with those layouts. Candidates will operate various equipment, including overhead & jib cranes, band saws, drill presses, stud welders, and grinders. This position requires mobility within the shop to fabricate and weld bridges, often involving crawling under materials and welding in awkward positions. There is potential for advancement to a lead welder position, so previous lead experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform fluxcore MIG welding on steel bridge components up to 1/2" thick.
• Work from blueprints to execute full layout and fabrication tasks.
• Operate overhead & jib cranes and other fabrication equipment such as band saws, drill presses, stud welders, and grinders.
• Move around the shop to facilitate bridge fabrication and welding.
• Crawl under materials and weld in various positions as required.
• Potentially advance to a lead welder role, requiring previous leadership experience.

Essential Skills

• Strong structural welding experience.
• Proficiency in MIG and fluxcore welding techniques.
• Ability to work independently and determine tasks without direct supervision.
• Physical ability to consistently lift 50 lbs, kneel, stoop, and crawl.
• Capability to pass 3G vertical up weld test on 7/8 plate with full penetration weld passed by X-ray inspection.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in blueprint reading.
• Previous experience with fluxcore welding on structural steel.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks.
• Capability to pass 3F and 4F weld tests within the first few days.

Why Work Here?

Our team offers a yearly bonus potential, fostering a rewarding and supportive work environment where growth and learning are encouraged.

Work Environment

The work takes place in a small-sized structural fabrication shop that lacks air conditioning and can become messy. The available shifts are 2nd Shift from 4pm to 2:30am and 1st Shift from 5:30am to 4:00pm, with two 15-minute breaks and a half-hour unpaid lunch.

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

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Shakopee,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 27, 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.