Welder - Entry Level

Aerotek • Lakeville, MN • 1h ago

Welder - 1st/2nd/Weekend shifts - Up to $35/hr - Entry-Expert level candidates welcome!

Join our dynamic and growing team as a Welder , where you will primarily perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel to fabricate high-quality exhaust systems. Our products serve a wide range of industries, including power generation, oil & gas, marine, locomotive, construction, and off-road markets .

While tack welding and assembling exhaust components will be part of the role, the primary focus is on custom and production-style MIG welding in a modern, well-equipped facility.

Key Responsibilities

Perform MIG welding on mild and stainless steel to manufacture exhaust systems

Tack weld and assemble exhaust components as required

Read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols to ensure accurate fabrication

Participate in a variety of shop tasks to support continuous learning and skill growth

Assist with fabrication operations, including use of:

Brake press

Shear

Roller

Essential Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience with MIG welding , including stainless and mild steel

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols

Hands-on experience with metal fabrication and welding techniques

Preferred Skills

Experience with plasma cutting and wire-feed welding

Familiarity with tape measures, brake presses , and general fabrication tools

Welding experience gained through school, farm work, or prior employment

Why Work With Us?

Be part of a new and growing company with long-term advancement opportunities

Potential for early contractor buyout for high-performing employees

Competitive benefits package upon direct hire, including:

3.5% 401(k) match when contributing 6%

Work Environment

Brand-new, well-organized facility designed for productivity and safety

Access to modern fabrication equipment

Supportive, team-oriented workplace that encourages skill development and career growth

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeville, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $33.00/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 Lakeville,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 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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