Welder

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

This role involves performing high-quality welding using GMAW (MIG) and SMAW (stick) processes in a manufacturing environment. You will read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings, set up and operate welding equipment, and ensure all welds meet specified standards and quality requirements. You will contribute to safe, efficient production by inspecting parts, maintaining equipment, and following established safety and housekeeping practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding using GMAW (MIG) and SMAW (stick) processes in accordance with blueprint and technical drawing specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to determine welding requirements, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Inspect parts and weld components to ensure they meet blueprint specifications and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• 1–3 years of experience performing MIG and stick welding in a production or similar environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manufacturing drawings.
• Ability to inspect welds and components against blueprint specifications and quality standards.
• Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to operate cutting torches and carbon arc equipment.

Work Environment

The standard work schedule runs Monday through Thursday from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with additional work on Friday/Saturday.

This is a Contract position based out of Mason City, IA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $26.00/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 Mason City,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 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.