Job Title: Industrial Welder

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated team member capable of working in a team-oriented and safety-conscious environment. Safety is our top priority. The primary role involves performing repairs and preventive maintenance on tanks, vessels, piping systems, and structural systems. This independent role also requires rigging and lifting equipment, tools, parts, and assemblies.

Responsibilities

Perform layout and fabrication of new and replacement piping systems.Install valves and related piping equipment.Conduct repairs and preventive maintenance in conformance with established standards.Read and interpret blueprints and isometric diagrams.Certify B31.1 and B31.3 Pipe Welding Code in 6-G position in carbon and stainless steel.Layout, position, and secure parts and assemblies according to specifications.Tack-weld and weld components and assemblies using GTAW, SMAW, MIG, and gas welding processes.Operate plasma machine, acetylene torch, band saw, and cut-off machines to size materials.Use pipe threading and cutting machines to prepare threaded pipes.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in welding processes such as GTAW, SMAW, MIG, and gas welding.Ability to read and interpret blueprints and isometric diagrams.Certification in B31.1 and B31.3 Pipe Welding Code in 6-G position.Experience with stainless steel and food-grade materials.2-5 years of experience in industrial welding, pipe welding, and repairs.

Work Environment

This position is ideal for mid to skilled level welders. The shift options include Monday to Thursday from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM or Tuesday to Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The work culture includes over 700 people and contractors on site, promoting a collaborative environment. The dress code requires steel-toed boots, with uniforms supplied. The work takes place at a facility both outdoors and indoors.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $36.00/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 Fort Dodge,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 24, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

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.

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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.

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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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