MIG Welder

Job Title: MIG Welder Structural Steel Fabrication Job Description
This role focuses on welding and fabricating structural steel beams used in frames and bridges within a fast-paced production environment. You will interpret blueprints and schematics, perform MIG welding on various beam components, and use a range of tools and equipment to produce high-quality, structurally sound parts.
Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on structural steel beams used for frames and bridges.
• Weld edges, connection pieces, and other components onto beams according to specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics to understand how to manufacture each part.
• Operate fabrication machines as needed to assist in producing and shaping parts.
• Grind welds to achieve smooth, clean, and structurally sound finishes.
• Use power hoists to safely move and position products and materials.
• Read measuring tapes accurately and use hand tools on a daily basis to ensure precise measurements and fits.
• Lift materials and components weighing up to 70 pounds as part of daily duties.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area in a production environment.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 12 months of MIG welding experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics for structural steel fabrication.
• Proficiency in reading a tape measure accurately for precise measurements.
• Hands-on experience with structural steel welding for beams, frames, or similar applications.
• Ability to perform grinding to finish welds and prepare surfaces.
• Comfort using power hoists and other material-handling equipment.
• Capability to lift up to 70 pounds as needed.
• Familiarity with basic hand tools and their daily use in a fabrication environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with structural steel fabrication processes, including cutting, fitting, and assembly.
• Comfort working with various fabrication machines to assist with part production.
• Attention to detail to ensure weld quality and adherence to specifications.
• Willingness to learn and develop new welding and fabrication skills.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a production-focused environment.

Why Work Here?
You will join a growing company that offers significant room for advancement and development. The organization provides a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) and full benefits through a single direct employer, supporting long-term stability and security. The team actively supports skill development and is willing to train entry-level welders, creating a supportive environment for both new and experienced professionals.
Work Environment
This position operates on a first shift schedule, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime is scheduled as one hour before the shift at 5:00 a.m. and one hour after until 3:30 p.m., and overtime participation is mandatory. The work takes place in an open bay production environment with a continuous flow of materials and products moving in and out. Because the facility is influenced by outdoor conditions, you should be comfortable working in both colder and warmer temperatures depending on the weather. You will regularly work around structural steel, welding equipment, fabrication machinery, power hoists, and standard hand tools in a busy, production-oriented setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Billings, MT.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 Billings,MT.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE 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.

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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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