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Aerotek
Welder
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A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$48,016 / year median in Minnesota
+1% projected growth
Job Description
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Welder Job Description This position focuses on performing high-quality welding on custom parts in a dynamic job shop environment. You will primarily use MIG welding on mild steel, with some work on stainless steel and aluminum. Using blueprints and technical drawings, you will produce precise welds to specification and may also assist with assembling parts and products prior to welding. Responsibilities Perform MIG welding on custom parts, primarily using mild steel, with occasional stainless steel and aluminum work. Interpret and follow blueprints and technical drawings to complete welds to exact specifications. Set up welding equipment and workstations to ensure safe and efficient operation. Inspect materials and welded components to verify quality, accuracy, and adherence to project requirements. Essential Skills At least 1 year of MIG welding experience or a technical degree in welding. Ability to perform MIG welding on mild steel, with exposure to stainless steel and aluminum. Minimum of 6 months of blueprint reading experience gained on the job or in school. Additional Skills & Qualifications Experience with fabrication machines such as cutting, forming, or machining equipment. Previous job shop experience working on custom or one-off parts. Technical education or formal training in welding processes and safety. Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with assembly of metal components. Why Work Here? You will join a growing, close-knit company where your skills and contributions are visible and valued. With a small team spread across multiple shop buildings, you can experience a collaborative environment and diverse projects that keep the work interesting. The setting offers opportunities to expand your welding and fabrication skills while working alongside experienced professionals who take pride in their craft. Work Environment This role is based in a smaller but growing shop operation with approximately 20 employees working across several buildings on the same property. The environment is a true job shop, with custom work and varying projects that can make the shop relatively dirty at times. You will work with welding equipment and fabrication tools in a hands-on, production-focused setting. Jeans and steel-toe boots are required attire to support safety and durability in the shop Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Goodhue, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Type This is a fully onsite position in Goodhue,MN.
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.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings