Field Welder/SMAW Welder Why Join Us? Family-owned company with a strong safety culture Steady, year-round work Competitive pay, PTO, holidays, and 401(k) Growth opportunities and paid certifications Tight-knit team where your work is valued Responsibilities Perform structural welding using SMAW (Stick) welding with 7018 rod Weld and install columns, beams, joists, decking, and structural components Install handrails, stairs, guardrails, and miscellaneous metals Read blueprints and structural drawings Assist with rigging, signaling, and steel placement Operate aerial lifts and jobsite equipment as needed Work safely at heights and on active construction sites Travel locally between project sites Requirements 3+ years of structural steel welding experience
AWS D1.1
certification preferred Strong SMAW (Stick) welding skills Experience with structural steel erection and installation Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings Comfortable working at heights Ability to lift 50+ lbs Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Preferred Qualifications OSHA 10 or
OSHA 30 FCAW
welding experience Experience with commercial or industrial construction Crane signaling and rigging experience Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ramsey, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/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 Ramsey,MN.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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.