Welder

Aerotek; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Welder for on-site work in Waterloo, IA. The role focuses on MIG welding steel components and reading blueprints to assemble parts for portable traffic signals. You may also operate CNC machines and press brakes as needed, adapting to various models and customer specifications.

Work is performed on the first shift in Waterloo with a contract-to-hire path. The job emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work up to 8+ hours per day in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• 1+ years of MIG welding experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret measurements.
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours daily.
• Experience with fabrication equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on steel components.
• Read blueprints to weld pieces accurately.
• Occasionally operate CNC machines and press brakes.
• Adapt to different models and blueprints based on customer requirements.

Skills

MIG Welding

Blueprint Reading

Tape Measure

Long Shifts

Tools

CNC Machines

Press Brakes

Job description

Job Title: Welder

Job Description

Join our team as a Welder, where you will be responsible for MIG welding steel components. You will play an integral role in creating portable traffic signals by reading blueprints and welding pieces together. While MIG welding on steel is your primary task, you may also occasionally operate fabrication equipment such as CNC machines and press brakes. Enjoy a variety of projects as you work with different product lines, ensuring no two days are the same.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG welding on steel components.

• Read and interpret blueprints to weld pieces accurately.

• Occasionally operate fabrication equipment, including CNC and press brakes.

• Adapt to different models and blueprints based on customer requirements.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of MIG welding experience.

• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.

• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.

• Capability to stand on feet for 8+ hours a day.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with fabrication and welding processes.

• Strong attention to detail and precision in work.

Why Work Here?

Be part of a company that offers great benefits, including profit sharing, competitive pay, and raise potential. Enjoy paid vacation and holidays, along with 401k and Roth plans, and medical, dental, and vision insurance. As a family-oriented organization, we value a good personality fit and a hard-working attitude. Everyone contributes beyond their job description, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Work Environment

Work the 1st shift from 7 am to 3:30 pm, with occasional Saturdays during busy periods. Our company emphasizes work-life balance, so Saturdays are not typically full days. Dress code includes steel-toed boots, jeans, a t-shirt, and welding gloves. Join a team of about 30 employees, with plans for expansion into a new building.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of WATERLOO, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available 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 WATERLOO, IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in WATERLOO,IA.

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.