Tig Welder

Aerotek; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek in Eden Prairie, MN is seeking a skilled TIG Welder to work on custom projects using aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel. You’ll weld, inspect, and finish parts to precise specifications in a fast-paced fabrication shop.

This contract-to-hire role offers weekly pay, first and second shifts, and opportunities to grow with a growing team that values craftsmanship and reliability.

Qualifications

• 1+ year TIG welding experience or a welding degree/certificate.
• Experience welding aluminum and stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints/drawings.
• Experience with grinding and finishing welds.

Responsibilities

• TIG weld stainless steel and aluminum weldments per project specs.
• Occasional MIG welding as needed.
• Fabricate and assemble parts from blueprints/drawings.
• Work with 12-gauge to 1/4-inch thickness.
• Grind, clean and finish welds to meet quality standards.
• Inspect finished work for accuracy before moving to next stage.

Skills

TIG welding

Blueprint reading

Finish welds

Independence

Attention to detail

Education

Welding degree/certificate

Tools

Grinders

Job description

TIG Welder | WEEKLY PAY

$28-$32/HR | 1st & 2nd Shift Available | Growing Custom Fabrication Shop

Are you a skilled TIG Welder looking for an opportunity to work on a variety of custom projects instead of the same repetitive parts every day? Join a rapidly growing fabrication shop where your welding skills will be valued, your work will be visible, and you'll have the chance to work with aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel on unique customer projects.

What You'll Do

• Perform TIG welding on stainless steel and aluminum weldments, including hydraulic reservoirs and custom fabricated components.
• Complete occasional MIG welding as needed based on project requirements.
• Fabricate and assemble parts using blueprints, drawings, and work instructions.
• Work with materials ranging from 12-gauge to 1/4-inch thickness.
• Grind, clean, and finish your own welds to meet quality and appearance standards.
• Inspect finished work for accuracy and quality before moving parts to the next stage of production.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Collaborate with fabrication and production teams to ensure customer specifications and deadlines are met.

What We're Looking For

• At least 1 year of TIG welding experience, or a Welding degree/certificate from a technical program.
• Experience welding aluminum and stainless steel.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with grinding and finishing welds.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-qual work.
• Ability to work independently while meeting production goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fabrication or job shop environment.
• MIG welding experience.
• Experience with custom fabrication projects rather than high-volume production.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Pay: $28-$32/hour based on experience
• Multiple shifts available
• 1st Shift: 4:00 AM - 12:00 PM
• 2nd Shift: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Growing company with strong business momentum
• Variety of custom projects instead of repetitive production work
• Opportunity to work with aluminum, stainless steel, and mild steel
• Stable workload with a steady pipeline of new projects
• Team-oriented environment where quality craftsmanship is valued
• Opportunity for long-term growth as the company continues to expand

Work Environment

You'll work in a fast-paced fabrication shop specializing in custom metal fabrication, hydraulic reservoirs, and small-order production runs. The shop works with a variety of materials and project types, giving welders the opportunity to continually expand their skills and tackle new challenges. If you're looking for a welding position where no two weeks are exactly the same, this is a great opportunity to join a growing team and build a long-term career.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject 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)

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.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eden Prairie,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 25, 2026.