Welder

WELDER
Location: Sioux Falls, SD/Tea, SD
Pay: $27/hour
Hours: Full-Time, Various Shifts Available
This role offers the opportunity to perform high-quality MIG welding on a wide variety of metal parts and products in a dedicated weld shop environment. You will complete welds according to work orders and blueprints, prepare and inspect parts, and help maintain efficient production. The position includes hands-on work with both manual and robotic welding stations, with training provided on robotic equipment as needed.
Responsibilities:

• Identify work in progress using Work Order Cards and sign off operations as complete.
• Complete required welds based on the work list and production priorities.
• Perform MIG welding on metal parts, including the ability to weld 1 to 1.5 inch steel.
• Tack and weld a wide variety of metal parts and products as directed.
• Carry out parts preparation, including scraping, sanding, and grinding.

Essential Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of MIG welding experience.
• Proficiency in welding 1 to 1.5 inch steel.
• Hands-on experience with MIG welding processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and drawings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with robotic welding stations is an advantage; training is available for candidates without prior robotics experience.
• Fabrication and working with stainless steel is beneficial.
• Lead or supervisory experience is preferred but not required.
• Comfort working with department systems and fabrication-related equipment.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in meeting production and quality expectations.

Why Work Here?
The schedule options provide extended stretches of time off, helping support work-life balance while maintaining full-time hours. As the operation transitions into a new facility, you will be part of a growing environment with modernized space and a strong focus on culture and teamwork.
Work Environment:
This position is based in a third-party weld shop that produces parts for multiple equipment manufacturers. The environment is hands-on and production-focused, with both manual and robotic welding stations in use. Initially, some roles are in an existing building with a tighter layout, and additional positions will be located in a new facility on the north end of Sioux Falls.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of TEA, SD.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $27.00/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 TEA,SD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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):
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