Job Information
Aerotek Welder in Lakeville, Minnesota
Now Hiring Welders
1st Shift • 2nd Shift • Weekend Shifts Available
Pay up to $35/hour | All Skill Levels Welcome
Put your welding skills to work in a role where quality, growth, and craftsmanship are valued. We’re a rapidly expanding manufacturer building custom and production exhaust systems used in power generation, oil & gas, marine, locomotive, construction, and off‑road equipment industries.
Whether you’re early in your welding career or a seasoned professional, this is a chance to grow with a company that’s investing in its people and its facility.
What You’ll Be Doing
Perform MIG welding on mild steel and stainless steel components
Assemble and tack weld exhaust systems and related components
Accurately read and work from blueprints and weld symbols
Assist with general shop and fabrication tasks to broaden skill sets
Support fabrication processes using equipment such as:
Brake press
Shear
Roller
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
Hands-on MIG welding experience (school, farm, or professional experience considered)
Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols
Basic understanding of metal fabrication processes
Nice-to-Have Experience
Plasma cutting or wire‑feed welding experience
Familiarity with measuring tools such as tape measures
Experience with fabrication equipment and shop tools
Why Join Our Team?
Be part of a new and growing company with clear advancement opportunities
Standout performers may be eligible for early contractor buyout
Competitive benefits upon direct hire, including:
401(k) with 3.5% company match (with 6% employee contribution)
Opportunity to continuously build skills in a supportive environment
Work Environment
Brand‑new, clean, and organized facility
Modern fabrication and welding equipment
Strong focus on safety, efficiency, and teamwork
Culture that encourages learning, development, and long-term careers
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeville, MN.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $33.00/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 Lakeville,MN.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 29, 2026.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
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.