We are seeking a 1st shift MIG Welder to join our team and fabricate structural and miscellaneous steel for the construction industry. In this role, you will be responsible for reading and interpreting blueprints, fitting, marking, placing, tacking, and MIG welding steel parts, including beams, trusses, columns, stairs, and handrails. Certification in GMAW (MIG) will be provided if not already certified, especially for welding on structural parts. You may also be required to operate CNC machines, plasma tables, assist in the paint/prime area, or work in the yard. Operating overhead cranes and forklifts may also be necessary. Candidates must have their own welding helmet and jacket.
ResponsibilitiesRead and interpret blueprints for welding projects.Fit, mark, place, tack, and MIG weld structural and miscellaneous steel parts.Operate CNC machines, plasma tables, and assist in paint/prime areas as needed.Utilize overhead cranes and forklifts in daily operations.Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Essential SkillsMIG welding experience on steel.Ability to read and interpret blueprints.Team player and adaptable to various tasks.
Additional Skills & QualificationsForklift experience.Overhead crane experience.CNC machine experience.
Why Work Here?
Join a small, family-owned shop with approximately 15 employees, where the owners take great care of their team. Enjoy the benefits of standard insurance packages including medical, dental, and a 401k plan. This position offers a steady work environment in a reliable industry, with opportunities for growth and development, including MIG certification for structural steel.
Work Environment
Work in a small, clean, and organized facility. The first month of employment will include training with working hours from 6am to 2:30pm, Monday through Friday. After training, the schedule will be Monday through Friday from 6am to 4:30pm, with Saturdays from 6am to 11am as needed. The dress code requires personal protective equipment, including a welding helmet and jacket.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Elkhart, Indiana.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/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 Elkhart,IN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Sep 26, 2025.
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\n About Aerotek:\n\n
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.
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\n \nThe 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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