Structural Welder

Structural Welder

• Weekly Pay

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Start ASAP Location:

Sioux Falls, SD Pay:

$28/hr

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 7 am

• 5 pm This role focuses on structural welding for commercial construction projects, using stick welding methods to help build and erect steel structures for commercial buildings.

You will work primarily on active jobsites, contributing to the safe and accurate assembly of structural components.

Responsibilities:

Perform structural welding on commercial jobsites using stick welding methods to assemble and secure steel components. Use 7018 1/8" electrodes to complete high-quality welds that meet structural and safety standards. Assist with steel erection and iron work activities, including positioning, aligning, and securing structural steel members. Work with precast erectors and steel erectors to support the installation and connection of structural elements.

Essential Skills:

4-5 years of experience in steel erection or iron work. Proficiency in stick welding, including structural welding on steel components. 3G and 4G welding certifications. Experience working as a precast erector, 7018 1/8" welder, or steel erector, or in closely related structural welding roles. Previous stick welding experience in a construction environment, or strong stick welding experience in another setting with readiness to work on construction sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Experience in commercial construction environments is preferred. Experience in manufacturing settings is acceptable if comfortable transitioning to outdoor construction work. Ability to collaborate closely with precast erectors, steel erectors, and other field personnel. Strong attention to detail in weld quality and structural alignment. Reliability in maintaining consistent attendance and adapting to project-based schedule fluctuations. Why Work Here? You will join a well-established construction organization that values teamwork, collaboration, and pride in representing the company on every project. The culture emphasizes employees buying into the mission and supporting one another on site, creating a strong sense of shared purpose. As part of a large and long-standing presence in the local market, you can build your skills on significant commercial projects while working with experienced professionals who take safety, quality, and craftsmanship seriously.

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Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sioux Falls, SD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00

• $28.00/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 Sioux Falls,SD.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 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.