Welder
$17 - $25 per hourAerotek
Welder
We are seeking a skilled welder who will be responsible for performing MIG welding on carbon steel components, welding and fabricating various steel components, and ensuring precision and quality in all tasks.
Responsibilities
- Perform MIG welding on carbon steel components (primary process).
- Weld and fabricate components including plate, structural steel, and rolled steel.
- Interpret and weld to prints, blueprints, and weld symbols.
- Fabricate, fit, and weld parts and assemblies to specification.
- Support both custom fabrication projects and repetitive/production work.
- Set up fixtures, jigs, and welding equipment as needed.
- Inspect welds visually and dimensionally for quality and accuracy.
- Follow safety procedures, quality standards, and shop best practices.
- Assist with basic layout, grinding, finishing, and material handling as required.
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in MIG welding with at least 2 years of experience.
- Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols.
- Experience in welding, fabrication, and blueprint reading.
- Knowledge of steel welding and use of press brake.
- Familiarity with TIG and Sub-Arc welding is a plus.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Weld education combined with experience is acceptable.
- Experience with Flux core welding is beneficial.
Why Work Here?
Experience the small shop feel with a focus on custom work, ensuring no two days are the same. Enjoy opportunities for cross-training and career advancement, as exemplified by our fab manager who started as a welder. We offer good benefits once hired directly.
Work Environment
The work environment is laid back yet goal-oriented, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction. Our custom machine shop is busy, requiring teamwork among our 30-person team. Dress code requires steel-toed boots, and you can wear jeans. You must have your own welding helmet. Shift options include 1st Shift from 6am to 2:30pm and 2nd Shift from 2:30pm to 10:30pm.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $25.00/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 Des Moines,IA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.
AerotekVacancy posted 3 days ago
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