• Welder (Entry Level)

    Aerotek (St. Paul, MN)


    Job Title: Welder

    Job Description

    As a welder, you will work with hard steel materials, primarily performing MIG, pulse-style hardwire .045 welding. This position demands a high level of skill, as you will be engaging in ultra-sonic welding on materials ranging from 3/8" to 4" thick. You will be responsible for your own setups, layouts of fixtures, and fit-ups in a heat treat welding environment. Over time, you will receive certification and training to weld all components of booms and other parts for concrete boom trucks. All welding work is X-rayed, certified, and requires meticulous attention to detail.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform MIG, pulse-style hardwire .045 welding on hard steel materials.

    + Engage in ultra-sonic welding on materials ranging from 3/8" to 4" thick.

    + Conduct own setups, layouts of fixtures, and fit-ups.

    + Work in a heat treat welding environment.

    + Eventually get certified and trained to weld components of concrete boom trucks.

    + Ensure all welding is X-rayed and certified.

    Essential Skills

    + 3+ years of MIG welding on heavy gauge material.

    + Experience with hardwire .045 pulse-style MIG welding.

    + 1+ year of experience reading blueprints.

    + Strong communication skills.

    + Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with structural steel fabrication.

    + TIG welding skills.

    + Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    Once hired permanently, you will enjoy double-time pay for hours worked over 48 in a week. The company offers a $5000 tuition reimbursement for technical degrees within relevant skillsets. Employees are cross-trained and there are ample opportunities for career advancement and internal promotions. The company values quality and precision, and promotes a supportive work culture.

     

    Work Environment

     

    The work environment is laid-back yet team-oriented, with a focus on independent work. The shop is clean and organized, with a quieter atmosphere compared to other welding environments. Work hours are from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday to Friday, with heavy overtime available, often from 5am to 3:30pm. The facility includes about 35 people, and features heavy cranes and large machinery in motion.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

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

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Saint Paul,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 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.