Tig Welder

Aerotek; Savage (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 insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an experienced TIG Welder for a contract-to-hire, on-site role in Savage, MN. You will weld small stainless steel, aluminum, and mild steel parts, primarily with TIG—MIG as needed—and finish welds to high-quality standards.

Work from fabrication blueprints, maintain steady output in a high-mix shop, and collaborate with other welders to fulfill small-batch orders. First/second shifts available in a growing fabrication environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of TIG or MIG welding experience or a welding-related credential.
• Proficiency in TIG welding on aluminum and stainless steel.
• Ability to perform MIG welding when required.
• Experience with production welding in a fabrication/job shop.
• Ability to read fabrication blueprints.
• Skill in grinding/finishing welds for a clean look.
• Comfort working with varied material thicknesses (12 ga to 1/4 in).
• Capability to assemble and weld multi-part weldments.

Responsibilities

• Perform production TIG welding on stainless steel, aluminum, mild steel, and other weldments.
• Occasionally MIG weld assigned parts and assemblies as needed.
• Assemble weldments of 2–6 parts with proper fit-up and alignment.
• Work with materials from 12-gauge to 1/4-inch thickness.
• Weld hydraulic reservoir components and finish welds to meet quality standards.
• Interpret blueprints and shop drawings to produce accurate parts.
• Follow schedules in a high-mix, small-order environment.
• Collaborate with coworkers to complete custom orders efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Aluminum welding

Blueprint reading

Grinding/finishing

Production welding

Attention to detail

Education

Technical school degree or certificate in welding

Job description

Job Title: TIG Welder Job Description

This role focuses on production-style welding of small stainless steel and aluminum weldments in a fast-growing fabrication shop. You will primarily use TIG welding, with occasional MIG welding, to assemble multi-part weldments of varying complexity, and you will complete your own finishing work to deliver high-quality components.

Responsibilities

• Perform production-style TIG welding on small stainless steel, aluminum, mild steel, and other metal weldments.

• Occasionally perform MIG welding on assigned parts and assemblies as needed.

• Assemble weldments consisting of 2 to 6 individual parts, ensuring accurate fit-up and alignment before welding.

• Work with materials ranging from 12-gauge to 1/4-inch thickness, adjusting techniques and parameters accordingly.

• Weld hydraulic reservoir components for equipment, ensuring strong, clean welds even though final products are not pressure tested.

• Grind and finish your own welds to meet quality, appearance, and safety standards.

• Interpret and work from fabrication blueprints and shop drawings to produce accurate parts.

• Follow production schedules and maintain consistent output in a high-mix, small-order environment.

• Collaborate with other welders and fabricators to complete custom and small-batch orders efficiently.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of recent TIG or MIG welding experience, preferably including aluminum welding, or a welding-related degree or certificate from a technical school.

• Proficiency in TIG welding on aluminum and stainless steel components.

• Ability to perform MIG welding when required.

• Experience with production welding in a fabrication or job shop environment.

• Ability to read and interpret fabrication blueprints.

• Skill in grinding and finishing welds to achieve a clean, professional appearance.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with varying material thicknesses from 12-gauge to 1/4 inch.

• Capability to assemble and weld multi-part weldments consisting of multiple components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical school degree or certificate in welding or a closely related field.

• Experience working in a custom fabrication or job shop environment with small-order and custom parts.

• Comfort working on hydraulic reservoir components or similar fabricated products.

• Ability to adapt to different materials, thicknesses, and part complexities.

• Strong work ethic and reliability in a production-focused setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a rapidly growing fabrication shop that has already tripled in size since opening and continues to expand through a strong pipeline of projects. The business specializes in custom, small-order work, offering variety in day-to-day projects and the opportunity to develop a broad range of welding and fabrication skills. The shop is recognized as one of the few in the state able to paint any color and handle any size order, giving you exposure to unique and specialized work. Flexible shift options on first or second shift support different scheduling needs while still providing a stable, long-term opportunity in a growth-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The position is based in a medium-sized fabrication job shop that is experiencing significant growth and receives a steady flow of projects from a closely aligned sister operation. The shop focuses on custom and small-order parts, creating a dynamic production environment with a wide variety of weldments and materials. You will work with TIG and MIG welding equipment, grinders, and standard fabrication tools on aluminum, stainless steel, mild steel, and other metals. Shifts are available on both first and second shift: first shift runs from 4:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and second shift runs from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The environment is hands-on, production-oriented, and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on quality, versatility, and responsiveness to customer needs.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Savage, 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 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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 27, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Savage,MN.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.