**Job Title: Welder** Job Description We are seeking a skilled welder to perform MIG, Pulse style Hardwire .045 welding on hard steel material. The position involves welding in a Heat Treat style environment, with material thickness ranging from 3/8" to 4". The role requires performing ultra-sonic welding, setting up, and laying out fixtures. Certification and training for welding components of concrete boom trucks will be provided. All welds are X-Rayed and certified, requiring high detail and precision. Responsibilities + Perform MIG, Pulse style Hardwire .045 welding on heavy steel materials. + Execute ultra-sonic welding techniques for skilled welds. + Set up and layout fixtures for welding operations. + Read and interpret blueprints for accurate welding processes. + Ensure all welding work is X-Rayed and meets certification standards. + Participate in training and certification for welding concrete boom truck components. Essential Skills + 3+ years of experience in MIG welding on heavy gauge material. + Proficiency in Hardwire .045 Pulse style MIG welding. + 1+ year of experience in reading blueprints. + Strong communication skills. + Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in structural steel fabrication and TIG welding is beneficial. Why Work Here? Upon hire, enjoy double-time pay for overtime beyond 48 hours. The company values quality and precision, offering cross-training, advancement, and promotion opportunities. Many team leads have advanced from entry-level positions. Employees enjoy great benefits, tuition reimbursement for tech degrees, and flexible work schedules with performance-based pay raises. Work Environment The work environment is laid-back yet team-oriented, requiring hard work and independence. The weld shop houses about 35 people, offering a clean and organized atmosphere. The shop is less loud and dusty compared to others. Work hours are 6am-2:30pm, Monday through Friday, with heavy overtime typically from 5am-3:30pm. The environment includes heavy cranes and large machinery. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Paul, Minnesota. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/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 Saint Paul,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2025. **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.