Tig Welder

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an experienced TIG Welder for a growing fabrication shop in Shakopee, MN. Work on aluminum, stainless, and mild steel on custom projects with opportunities to perform MIG welding as needed. The role emphasizes quality, safety, and collaboration across teams.

The position offers two shifts with competitive pay and a contract-to-hire path. You will fabricate from blueprints, maintain a clean workspace, and contribute to on-time project completion.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of TIG welding experience or a welding degree/certificate.
• 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 high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently while meeting production goals.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

TIG welding

Aluminum welding

Blueprint reading

Welding finish

Attention to detail

Independent worker

MIG welding

Education

Welding degree/certificate

Job description

TIG WELDER- $28/HR- $32/HR- URGENT HIRING- START ASAP

1st & 2nd Shift Available | Growing 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-quality 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

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Shakopee, 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 & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Shakopee,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.