Welder And Fabricator

1st and 2nd shift Welder
Pay up to 27/hr
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Job Description
This role focuses on full-cycle fabrication and flux-core welding of heavy-duty equipment, including industrial excavator buckets and structural components, from start to finish. You will weld mild steel ranging from 1/4\" to 3\" thick, perform multiple-pass welds, and contribute to the production of custom equipment used in demanding construction and industrial applications. This is a non-production environment where you take ownership of each project at your station and see the work through to completion.
Responsibilities

• Fabricate heavy-duty equipment from start to finish using flux-core welding processes.
• Weld mild steel ranging from 1/4\" to 3\" thick, ensuring strong, high-quality welds.
• Perform multiple-pass welds on industrial buckets and other heavy-gauge components.
• Produce excavator buckets and attachments used in construction and industrial settings.
• Weld and fabricate industrial buckets similar to those used on backhoes and other heavy machinery.
• Read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings to complete projects accurately.
• Use flux-core welding techniques, including .030 and .045 wire, to meet structural and quality requirements.
• Work on custom, non-production projects, taking ownership of each build from start to finish at a dedicated station.
• Assist in fabricating structural steel components such as railroad cars and structural beams as needed.
• Operate safely around overhead cranes and heavy materials, following established safety procedures.
• Lift and handle materials up to 50 lbs consistently as part of daily fabrication and welding tasks.
• Maintain personal welding tools, welding helmet, and steel-toed boots in good working condition and use them on every shift.
• Collaborate with team members in fabrication, mechanical assembly, and painting to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of projects.

Essential Skills

• At least 1+ years of experience in heavy-gauge flux-core welding (FCAW).
• Proficiency in flux-core welding processes using .030 and .045 wire.
• Demonstrated ability to weld mild steel from 1/4\" to 3\" thick.
• Experience performing multiple-pass welds on heavy-duty and structural components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Hands-on experience in structural welding and structural steel fabrication.
• Capability to lift 50 lbs consistently throughout the workday.
• Ownership and regular use of personal welding tools, welding helmet, and steel-toed boots.
• Solid understanding of safe work practices in a heavy fabrication environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience fabricating industrial buckets, excavator attachments, or similar heavy equipment.
• Experience in MIG welding in addition to flux-core welding.
• Previous work in non-production, custom fabrication settings.
• Exposure to working with overhead cranes and heavy material handling equipment.
• Experience in fabricating or welding components such as railroad cars and structural beams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, structurally sound welds.
• Ability to work independently at a dedicated station while contributing to a team-oriented environment.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woodbury, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Woodbury, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Woodbury,MN.

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.

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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):
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