Welder

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

In this role, you will weld steel and metal components used in cranes, crane bases, and power and hand winches. You will work from prints and specifications, maintain quality standards, and contribute to building products that are reliable and durable.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures.

• Determine the appropriate welding equipment or method based on requirements.

• Connect cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, and wire feed speed as required.

• Start power supply to produce electric current.

• Strike (form) arc which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to work piece and join edges of work piece.

• Manually guide gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead.

• Weld in flat and horizontal positions.

• Examine weld for bead size and other specifications.

• Chip off excess weld and spatter.

• Position and clamp work pieces together or assemble them in a jig or fixture.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in welding and blueprint reading.

• Experience with machine setup and quality inspection.

• Skill in MIG welding and fabrication.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail, and sense of urgency.

• Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization abilities.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

• Exhibit strong problem-solving, deductive reasoning, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to pass the required drug screen.

• Preferred: Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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 Winona,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 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.