Welder

Description

Weld and fabricate steel to build equipment.Read blueprints to correctly assemble parts.Read and interpret engineering drawing and prints to weld and assemble products.Use a tape measure and other measuring tools to fabricate parts to the appropriate tolerances.Openness to MiG or Sub Arc weld.Assembling heavy equipment after paint or before fabrication.Operate motorized material moving equipment to transport materials including overhead crane and jib hoist.Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Skills

weld, blueprints, steel, Mig, Welding, Blueprint, Fabrication, Mig welding, Mig welder, Blueprint reading, Assembly

Top Skills Details

weld, blueprints, steel

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Production assembly experience - 1+ yearsPrevious welding experience - 1+ yearsAbility to read blueprints - 1+ yearsAbility to use power tools (saws, punches, etc.) - 1+ yearsAbility to lift up to 50lbs.PREFER:Welding experience - 2+ yearsDQ:Afraid of heights - may be working on lifts that go up to 65 ft. in air

Experience Level

Entry Level

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of DES MOINES, IA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in DES MOINES,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026.

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.