Field Welder
Aerotek, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Field Welder
Pay
Apprentice: $28-32/hr
Lead: $32-35/hr
Foreman: $38-45/hr
Job Description
Join a family-owned and operated shop that values reliability and skill in its growing team. As a Field Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating and installing structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and handrail systems at active construction sites.
Responsibilities
Perform field welding using SMAW (stick welding) with 7018 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) welding rod.
Install structural steel components including columns, bar joists, and metal roof decking.
Install miscellaneous metals such as handrails, guardrails, steel stringer stairs, and mezzanines.
Perform steel framing installations using cranes, including bar joists and metal roof decking.
Conduct rigging and signaling during steel placement.
Operate scissor lifts, cranes, aerial lifts, and other equipment as required.
Utilize hand tools such as spud wrench, adjustable crescent wrench, bull pin, and 8-lb beater (mallet).
Accurately read tape measures to 1/8" and 1/16" increments.
Essential Skills
Welding, Steel Erection, Structural Steel.
Proficiency in SMAW (stick welding) and FCAW (Flux Core Welding).
Ability to interpret blueprints.
Prior experience as a D1.1 Certified Welder on structural steel.
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights.
Reliable transportation to shop and field sites.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Experience working directly with special inspectors.
Benefits
PTO, holidays, and sick time
Growth opportunities and year-round work
Fringe perks on top of wages within a safer, local company environment
Smaller crews where you’re more than just a number.
Heavy equipment certifications paid for by the company
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
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 & 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 Minneapolis, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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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Pay
Apprentice: $28-32/hr
Lead: $32-35/hr
Foreman: $38-45/hr
Job Description
Join a family-owned and operated shop that values reliability and skill in its growing team. As a Field Welder, you will be responsible for fabricating and installing structural steel, miscellaneous metals, and handrail systems at active construction sites.
Responsibilities
Perform field welding using SMAW (stick welding) with 7018 1/8-inch (3.2 mm) welding rod.
Install structural steel components including columns, bar joists, and metal roof decking.
Install miscellaneous metals such as handrails, guardrails, steel stringer stairs, and mezzanines.
Perform steel framing installations using cranes, including bar joists and metal roof decking.
Conduct rigging and signaling during steel placement.
Operate scissor lifts, cranes, aerial lifts, and other equipment as required.
Utilize hand tools such as spud wrench, adjustable crescent wrench, bull pin, and 8-lb beater (mallet).
Accurately read tape measures to 1/8" and 1/16" increments.
Essential Skills
Welding, Steel Erection, Structural Steel.
Proficiency in SMAW (stick welding) and FCAW (Flux Core Welding).
Ability to interpret blueprints.
Prior experience as a D1.1 Certified Welder on structural steel.
Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work at heights.
Reliable transportation to shop and field sites.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
Experience working directly with special inspectors.
Benefits
PTO, holidays, and sick time
Growth opportunities and year-round work
Fringe perks on top of wages within a safer, local company environment
Smaller crews where you’re more than just a number.
Heavy equipment certifications paid for by the company
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
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 & 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 Minneapolis, MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 6, 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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