Welder

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hosp.

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and R..

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick)

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Code Welder (TIG / Flux Core) in Plymouth, MN, to support steam generation and gas turbine cogeneration equipment. You will lay out, fit, and weld pressure vessels, piping, and structural steel per ASME boiler codes and customer specs.

The role emphasizes TIG welding, with level two duties blending TIG and MIG. Expect on-site fabrication in a heavy manufacturing setting with overtime potential during busy periods.

Qualifications

• 3+ years TIG and/or flux core welding in production/fabrication.
• Ability to pass a 6G weld test for pipe welding.
• On-the-job pipe welding experience with fitting and welding joints.
• Proficient TIG welding on various materials and configurations.
• Flux core welding for structural/code applications.
• MIG welding for fabrication/production.
• Read blueprints with weld symbols and dimensions.
• Stick welding for structural/pressure applications.
• Welding stainless and mild steel components.
• Strong fitting skills to align parts, piping, and structures.
• Understand code welding requirements for pressure vessels/piping.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fit, and weld weldments, vessels, and piping per ASME boiler codes.
• Interpret blueprints to plan weld sequences and final assemblies.
• Perform high-quality TIG welding, especially at level one.
• At level two, perform a mix of TIG and MIG as needed.
• Fabricate and weld structural casings for pressure vessels in power plant environments.
• Fit and weld piping runs to be assembled in the field at customer sites.
• Code weld boiler tubes to pressure parts with valid weld integrity.
• Use flux core, MIG, TIG, and stick welding on stainless/mild steel.
• Pipe welding prep, fit, and joints to meet 6G requirements.
• Quality checks on welds against blueprints and specs.
• Maintain safe work practices with welding equipment and components.
• Collaborate with fabricators, fitters, and production to meet schedules.

Skills

TIG welding

Flux core welding

6G weld test

Pipe welding

MIG welding

Stick welding

Blueprint reading

Welding stainless & mild steel

Fit and align parts

Education

Technical welding training

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Title: Code Welder (TIG / Flux Core)

Job Description

This role focuses on the engineering and manufacturing of steam generation and gas turbine cogeneration equipment, with an emphasis on code welding for pressure vessels, piping, boiler systems, and structural steel fabrications. You will layout, fit, and weld from blueprints to build highquality weldments that meet A.S.M.E. boiler codes, established weld procedures, and specific customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Layout, fit, and weld a variety of weldments, pressure vessels, and piping in accordance with A.S.M.E. boiler codes, internal weld procedures, and customer specifications.
• Interpret and work from detailed blueprints and drawings to plan weld sequences, fitups, and final assemblies.
• Perform highquality TIG welding, especially when hired as a level one Code Welder, focusing primarily on TIG processes.
• As a level two Code Welder, perform a mix of TIG and MIG welding, handling a significant portion of both processes as production needs require.
• Fabricate and weld structural steel casings customized to surround pressure vessels used in power plant environments.
• Fit and weld code piping and interconnecting runs that will be assembled and fitted in the field at customer sites.
• Perform code welding of boiler tubes to pressure parts, ensuring weld integrity and compliance with applicable standards.
• Use flux core, MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes on materials such as stainless steel and mild steel.
• Perform pipe welding, including preparation, fitting, and welding of pipe joints to meet 6G test and code requirements.
• Conduct quality checks on welds, verifying dimensions and tolerances against blueprints and specifications.
• Maintain safe work practices while handling welding equipment, materials, and structural components.
• Collaborate with other fabricators, fitters, and production staff to meet project schedules and quality targets.

Essential Skills

• At least 3 years of experience performing TIG and/or flux core welding in a production or fabrication environment.
• Ability to pass a 6G weld test, demonstrating strong pipe welding proficiency.
• Onthejob pipe welding experience, including fitting and welding pipe joints.
• Proficiency in TIG welding on various materials and configurations.
• Proficiency in flux core welding for structural and code applications.
• Experience with MIG welding for fabrication and production work.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately, including weld symbols and dimensional details.
• Experience with stick welding for structural and pressure applications.
• Handson experience welding stainless steel and mild steel components.
• Strong fitting skills to prepare and align parts, piping, and structural components prior to welding.
• Understanding of code welding requirements for pressure vessels, piping, and boiler components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a pressurevessel or tank fabrication environment is highly beneficial.
• Technical school degree or formal training in welding is strongly preferred but not required.
• Experience TIG welding on pipe is highly desirable.
• Prior exposure to large manufacturing or heavy fabrication environments.
• Familiarity with boiler systems, power plant equipment, or oil and gas fabrication projects.
• Interest in obtaining or maintaining 6G and additional welding certifications.

Why Work Here?

The company offers the opportunity to work on complex, highend fabrication projects that support the oil and gas industry, power plants, foundries, and other heavy industrial customers. Team members gain exposure to major boiler systems and advanced pressurevessel work, providing a strong platform to develop and refine code welding skills. The organization supports welders in pursuing advanced qualifications, including 6G and other certifications, and offers substantial overtime opportunities during busy periods, enabling both professional growth and strong earning potential.

Work Environment

The role is based in a large manufacturing environment that reflects a typical heavy fabrication shop: somewhat dirty due to the nature of welding and metalwork, but organized for efficient production. You will work around steam generation and gas turbine cogeneration equipment, pressure vessels, piping, and structural steel fabrications, using TIG, MIG, flux core, and stick welding processes on stainless and mild steel. The setting involves standard industrial noise, welding fumes, and the need for appropriate personal protective equipment, including welding helmets, safety glasses, gloves, and protective clothing suitable for a fabrication shop.

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Plymouth,MN.

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.