Welder

Job Title: Welder
Job Description

This role focuses on performing high-quality welding on custom trucks and equipment in a dynamic, non-repetitive production environment. You will primarily use MIG welding with opportunities to work with pulse MIG and TIG processes, contributing to the fabrication of unique agricultural equipment across 1st or 2nd shift schedules.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on a variety of components and assemblies according to specifications and quality standards.
• Apply pulse welding techniques when qualified, and support TIG welding tasks as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints to determine weld requirements, dimensions, and fabrication details.
• Set up, adjust, and operate welding equipment and tools safely and efficiently.
• Fabricate and fit parts prior to welding to ensure proper alignment and structural integrity.
• Inspect welds for quality, accuracy, and conformance to standards, making adjustments as needed.
• Work on unique trucks and equipment, adapting to non-repetitive, custom welding and fabrication tasks.
• Follow all safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment, including steel toe boots.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and deadlines on assigned shifts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Essential Skills

• At least 6+ months of welding experience.
• At least 6+ months of blueprint reading experience.
• Proficiency in MIG welding in a production or fabrication environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols accurately.
• Experience with flux core welding and general fabrication work.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to weld quality and consistency.
• Ability to work required 1st or 2nd shift hours, including mandatory and optional overtime as scheduled.
• Capability to work in a non-climate-controlled, agricultural setting, including indoor and outdoor areas.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 6+ months of pulse welding experience preferred.
• Experience with TIG welding is a plus.
• Background in quality control related to welding and fabrication is beneficial.
• Comfort working on unique, custom-built trucks and agricultural equipment.
• Ability to adapt to varied, non-repetitive welding tasks and changing priorities.

Why Work Here?

You will work on unique, custom trucks and equipment rather than repetitive production, keeping each day engaging and challenging. The environment rewards versatility and craftsmanship, offering the chance to build diverse projects and expand your welding skills, including pulse MIG and TIG. Multiple shift options and regular overtime opportunities provide flexibility and the potential to increase your earnings.

Work Environment

The role is based in a combined indoor and outdoor, non-climate-controlled agricultural setting. You will work around trucks, equipment, and steel fabrication operations. Steel toe boots and jeans are required, and short sleeves are permitted as conditions allow. For 1st shift, the standard schedule is Monday through Thursday from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, structured as four 10-hour shifts and one 8-hour shift with mandatory 8 hours of overtime each Friday, plus optional overtime on Saturdays from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. For 2nd shift, the schedule is Monday through Thursday from 5:00 PM to 5:00 AM, consisting of four 12-hour shifts with overtime included in Thursday’s shift, along with optional Saturday overtime from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM. The environment is hands-on and production-oriented, with regular use of welding equipment, fabrication tools, and steel materials.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Blair, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/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 Blair,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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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