Welder

Aerotek; South Dakota; On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; 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)

Time Off/Leave PTO

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Welder for a contract to hire position in Sioux Falls, SD. The role involves performing MIG welds in a shop setting, reading blueprints, and preparing parts for production. Training on robotic equipment is available if needed.

Excellent benefits are offered, with weekly pay and multiple shift options. The successful candidate will contribute to a fast-paced production environment and uphold quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of MIG welding experience.
• Proficiency in welding 1 to 1.5 inch steel.
• Hands-on experience with MIG welding processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Identify work in progress using Work Order Cards and sign off operations as complete.
• Complete required welds based on the work list and production priorities.
• Perform MIG welding on metal parts, including the ability to weld 1 to 1.5 inch steel.
• Tack and weld a wide variety of metal parts and products as directed.
• Carry out parts preparation, including scraping, sanding, and grinding.

Skills

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Robotic welding

Tools

Welding equipment

Robotic welding stations

Job description

Job Description

WELDER- HIRING IMMEDIATELY- WEEKLY PAY

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

Pay: $27/hour

Hours: Full-Time, Various Shifts Available

This role offers the opportunity to perform high-quality MIG welding on a wide variety of metal parts and products in a dedicated weld shop environment. You will complete welds according to work orders and blueprints, prepare and inspect parts, and help maintain efficient production. The position includes hands‑on work with both manual and robotic welding stations, with training provided on robotic equipment as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Identify work in progress using Work Order Cards and sign off operations as complete.
• Complete required welds based on the work list and production priorities.
• Perform MIG welding on metal parts, including the ability to weld 1 to 1.5 inch steel.
• Tack and weld a wide variety of metal parts and products as directed.
• Carry out parts preparation, including scraping, sanding, and grinding.

Essential Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of MIG welding experience.
• Proficiency in welding 1 to 1.5 inch steel.
• Hands‑on experience with MIG welding processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints and drawings.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience with robotic welding stations is an advantage; training is available for candidates without prior robotics experience.
• Fabrication and working with stainless steel is beneficial.
• Lead or supervisory experience is preferred but not required.
• Comfort working with department systems and fabrication‑related equipment.
• Strong work ethic and reliability in meeting production and quality expectations.

Why Work Here?

The schedule options provide extended stretches of time off, helping support work‑life balance while maintaining full‑time hours. As the operation transitions into a new facility, you will be part of a growing environment with modernized space and a strong focus on culture and teamwork.

Work Environment:

This position is based in a third‑party weld shop that produces parts for multiple equipment manufacturers. The environment is hands‑on and production‑focused, with both manual and robotic welding stations in use.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of TEA, SD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $27.00/hr.

• 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 TEA,SD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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.

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