Welder - MIG

Aerotek; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek in Waconia, MN is seeking a skilled Welder (MIG) for a full-time role building custom stainless steel components for the fertilizer industry.

You will read blueprints and MIG weld 1/16" to 1/4" gauge material, including flat, vertical, and overhead positions, in a laid-back shop that values craftsmanship and safety. The job may be based in Waconia or Norwood, MN, with opportunities to grow across custom welding projects.

Qualifications

• Welding certification or diploma.
• Experience in MIG welding.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform stainless steel MIG welding on custom fertilizer bins.
• Weld stainless sheets and execute other custom welds.
• Read blueprints to MIG weld 1/16" to 1/4" gauge mild and stainless steel pipes, sheet metal, plates, and channels using .035-.045 diameter fluxcore hardwire welding equipment.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Engage in custom welding tasks, as this is not a production shop.
• Work actively in tank bays, crawling around tanks and products throughout the day.

Skills

MIG welding

Reading blueprints

Physical strength

Welding certification

Education

Welding certification or diploma

Job description

Welder (MIG) | Full-Time | $25-$30/hr. | Waconia or Norwood, MN

Join our team to build durable products specifically designed for the demanding fertilizer industry. Our work includes crafting blenders, mixers, bucket elevators, conveyors, and rotary drums at our Waconia or Norwood location. This role primarily involves custom stainless steel MIG welding to construct specialized fertilizer bins.

Responsibilities

• Perform stainless steel MIG welding on custom fertilizer bins.
• Weld stainless sheets and execute other custom welds.
• Read blueprints to MIG weld 1/16" to 1/4" gauge mild and stainless steel pipes, sheet metal, plates, and channels using .035-.045 diameter fluxcore hardwire welding equipment.
• Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
• Engage in custom welding tasks, as this is not a production shop.
• Work actively in tank bays, crawling around tanks and products throughout the day.

Essential Skills

• Welding certification or diploma.
• Experience in MIG welding.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints.
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with steel welding.
• Proficiency in using fluxcore welding equipment.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a laid-back work environment where you can hone your welding skills in a specialized industry. Our team values craftsmanship and offers opportunities for growth in custom welding projects.

Work Environment

You will work in a very laid-back environment, focusing on custom welding projects rather than production line work. The role involves physical activities, including crawling around tanks and handling various welding tasks.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Waconia, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Waconia,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 15, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.