Structural Welder

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Structural Welder Job Description Join our team as a Fabricator, where you will build and weld structural steel products such as columns, beams, and stairs according to blueprints. You will work with various materials, shaping and welding them to ensure they meet quality standards and are ready for installation. Responsibilities Read and interpret blueprints for building structural steel products. Review the quality of work and ensure structures are ready for installation. Cut, size, shape, and bend materials, tack them into place, and weld them. Ensure stairs or handles are prepared for job site arrival. Essential Skills Proficiency in structural welding and MIG welding. Experience in fabrication and reading blueprints. Attention to detail and quality control skills. Ability to work effectively in a team and growth-oriented environment. Additional Skills & Qualifications 2+ years' experience in MIG welding or iron workers union welding. Union welding experience preferred. Ability to pass written Weld and Blueprint tests. AWS and AISC Manufacturing experience would be advantageous. Ability to read angles and use a tape measure accurately. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $26.00 - $30.00/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 Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 5, 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.