Mig Welder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Structural MIG / Flux-Core Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on welding plates to beams and columns for large structural steel projects across the country. You will perform high-quality Flux-Core and MIG welds on rails, stairs, and other structural components, ensuring precise, reliable welds that meet strict safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Weld plates to beams and columns on structural steel components that will be used in large structures nationwide.
• Perform Flux-Core Arc Welding (FCAW) and MIG welding on rails, stairs, and other structural and miscellaneous steel fabrications.
• Read and interpret welding blueprints and weld symbols to determine weld locations, sizes, and specifications.
• Use a tape measure accurately to lay out and verify dimensions before and after welding.
• Set up, operate, and adjust welding equipment to achieve high-quality, structurally sound welds.
• Inspect welds visually and with measuring tools to ensure they meet quality, safety, and structural requirements.
• Work with large structural beams and heavy steel components, ensuring proper handling, alignment, and fit-up prior to welding.
• Follow established fabrication processes from cutting and bending through welding and finishing, as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area while adhering to all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Collaborate with other welders, fabricators, and production staff to complete projects on time and according to specifications.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 1+ years of MIG welding experience on structural steel or completion of formal welding schooling with a focus on structural welding.
• Minimum 1+ years of Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) experience or equivalent training.
• Proficiency in MIG welding and Flux-Core welding for structural applications.
• Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints and weld symbols accurately.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure accurately; does not rely on assumptions and verifies measurements as needed.
• Experience performing welding on structural steel components where weld quality and precision are critical.
• Solid understanding of structural welding practices and quality standards.
• Ability to work safely with large steel beams and heavy materials in a fabrication environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Working in structural steel fabrication and detailing is beneficial.
• Experience working on rails, stairs, and other miscellaneous steel fabrications is an advantage.
• Familiarity with the full steel fabrication process, including cutting, bending, welding, and coating.
• Comfort working on projects of varying sizes, from smaller fabrications to large, complex structural assemblies.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing precise, high-quality welds.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing training to further develop welding and fabrication skills.

Why Work Here?

You join a company that operates on a grand scale, delivering structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication for major building projects across the country. You benefit from day-shift work, structured hours, and access to training that supports your professional growth. You contribute to high-impact projects where quality, safety, and craftsmanship are highly valued, and you work with modern equipment and experienced colleagues who take pride in doing the job right, on time, and on budget.

Work Environment

This role is based in a large steel mill-style facility that specializes in structural and miscellaneous steel fabrication. You will work primarily on the 1st shift, from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 5:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Friday, with a mandatory 49-hour workweek. The environment involves working with large structural beams and heavy steel components, where weld quality must be perfect because the products are critical structural elements. The facility is equipped for large-scale fabrication, including cutting, bending, welding, and coating operations. You can expect an industrial setting that requires appropriate work attire suitable for a steel fabrication shop, with a strong emphasis on safety practices and the proper use of personal protective equipment.

This is a Permanent position based out of New Richmond, WI.

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in New Richmond,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 meet 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 in solving 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.