Job Title: WelderJob Description

We are seeking highly motivated and skilled individuals for welding positions in our Steel and Irrigation Operations division. As a welder, you will be responsible for welding metal components to fabricate or repair products according to layouts, blueprints, or work orders using brazing and various arc and gas welding equipment.

ResponsibilitiesOperate welding equipment to build and weld poles using GMAW (MIG) welding.Ensure compliance with MIG welding certifications to meet AWS and customer-specific requirements.Weld in flat and horizontal positions.Adjust welding equipment to prescribed settings.Operate oxy/acetylene burning and plasma cutting equipment.Prepare poles for final weld off.Use IFS labor reporting system, standard shop forms, and move tags.Read and utilize blueprints and flat sheets to perform scheduled work.Pass and maintain weld certificates for AWS, CWB, and other customer-required certifications in GMAW welding.Set up, operate, and perform general maintenance of equipment.Make mathematical calculations to ensure products meet proper specifications.Operate Base Press, Rounder, Straightener, and forklift if qualified.Essential SkillsAt least 1 year of production welding experience or a technical welding degree from a trade school.Experience in pulse welding, MIG, and Flex core.Ability to perform MIG welding on basic utility structures.Ability to read and decipher blueprints without assistance.Proficiency in mathematical calculations for welding products.Physical ability to perform assigned tasks.Additional Skills & QualificationsOne year of previous experience operating a forklift is highly desirable.Proficient at reading and using a tape measure, compass, micrometer, mag level, protractor, versa gauge, and caliper.Ability to retrieve information from a computer and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and IFS.High awareness of safety standards.Capability to lift 50 lbs consistently.AWS certification or a relevant trade school qualification is a plus.Candidates should demonstrate a stable work history with tenure at prior positions.Why Work Here?

Join a company that offers high pay, excellent training programs, and opportunities for career growth within a large organization. Enjoy a $2/hour shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts and receive a $175 stipend for new boots during orientation.

Work Environment

This position operates within a heavy industrial environment requiring jeans, steel toe shoes with metatarsal cover, and a shirt. The facility is large, necessitating travel between buildings, and can be noisy and sometimes dirty.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Valley, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $31.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n • Medical, dental & vision\n • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n • Short and long-term disability\n • Health Spending Account (HSA)\n • Transportation benefits\n • Employee Assistance Program\n • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Valley,NE.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.

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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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