Structural Welder

Aerotek; Gahanna (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

PTO/Vacation or Sick Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Structural MIG Welder in Gahanna, OH. The role involves layout, fit, fabricate, and weld from engineered drawings, with MIG welding and basic hand tools. You will work on construction sites of production homes, install beams, and collaborate with a crane operator.

This contract-to-hire position runs 7am–3pm, onsite, with benefits. Ideal candidates have MIG welding experience, read blueprints, and can lift 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MIG welding from engineered drawings.
• Experience with fabrication and steel fabrication.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fit, fabricate, and weld from engineered drawings.
• Perform MIG and stick welding on structural steel.
• Work on construction sites of production homes, installing steel beams and columns.
• Use power tools throughout the day.
• Collaborate with a certified crane operator to install beams.
• Read blueprints to perform fitting and fabrication of parts.
• Conduct welding with up to 1/2 inch welds.
• Grind and prep parts for welding.
• Use a tape measure to cut parts to size.
• Operate an overhead crane.
• Assist with cleaning the shop during downtime.

Skills

MIG welding

Read engineered drawings

Fabrication

Steel fabrication

Tape measures

Digital calipers

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Tools

Tape measures

Digital calipers

Power tools

Job description

Structural MIG Welder Opening!

Job Description

Join our team as a Structural Welder, where you will have the opportunity to layout, fit, fabricate, and weld from engineered drawings. This role requires proficiency in MIG welding and the use of basic hand tools including tape measures and digital calipers. As a valued team member, you will demonstrate self-motivation and work independently with minimal supervision, while possessing strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fit, fabricate, and weld from engineered drawings.
• Perform MIG and stick welding on structural steel.
• Work on construction sites of production homes, installing steel beams and columns.
• Use power tools throughout the day.
• Collaborate with a certified crane operator to install beams.
• Read blueprints to perform fitting and fabrication of parts.
• Conduct welding with up to 1/2 inch welds.
• Grind and prep parts for welding.
• Use a tape measure to cut parts to size.
• Operate an overhead crane.
• Assist with cleaning the shop during downtime.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding.
• Ability to work from engineered drawings.
• Experience with fabrication and steel fabrication.
• Competence in using basic hand tools, including tape measures and digital calipers.
• Ability to lift 50lbs throughout the day.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with stick welding on structural steel.
• Ability to work safely in all weather conditions.
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a smaller company that values its employees with great benefits and opportunities for growth. Enjoy quarterly employee appreciation parties and work in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

This is an outside role requiring work in all weather conditions with a lot of driving between job sites. The position involves working from 7am to 3pm, primarily on construction sites of production homes, using power tools and collaborating with a certified crane operator.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gahanna, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable 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 Gahanna,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 9, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.