Welder This role focuses on welding and fabricating structural and miscellaneous steel components, including columns, beams, trusses, bracing, stairs, rails, ladders, and frames. You will perform MIG and other structural welding processes, interpret blueprints, and contribute to the production of highquality structural steel assemblies in a fastpaced shop environment.Responsibilities
- Weld and fabricate structural and miscellaneous steel members such as columns, beams, trusses, vertical and horizontal bracing, stairs, rails, ladders, and frames.
- Perform MIG welding and other structural welding processes to join and assemble steel components according to specifications.
- Read and interpret blueprints and layout drawings to understand dimensions, weld symbols, and fabrication requirements.
- Input layouts and settings for machines based on blueprint information and job requirements.
- Prepare joints properly by cutting, beveling, cleaning, and installing backing as required for structural welds.
- Execute position welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions (1G4G) with consistent quality.
- Follow applicable structural steel welding codes such as AWS D1.1 or similar standards to ensure codecompliant welds.
- Control heat input by managing amperage, travel speed, and weld sequence to minimize distortion and maintain structural integrity.
- Use hand tools and grinding equipment to fit, finish, and clean welds and fabricated components.
Essential Skills
- Ability to perform MIG welding with consistent quality on structural steel components.
- Proficiency in SMAW (stick), fluxcored welding, and MIG welding processes for structural applications.
- Ability to weld in multiple positions, including flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead (1G4G).
- Experience following structural steel welding codes such as AWS D1.1 or similar standards.
- Minimum 6+ months of experience reading blueprints and using a tape measure accurately.
Why Work Here?You will join a team that genuinely cares for its employees and invests in creating a positive shop culture. Regular catered lunches on Fridays, festive Christmas parties with giveaways, and tailgates foster a strong sense of camaraderie. Ample overtime opportunities provide the chance to increase earnings during busy seasons, while working alongside a large, experienced team on the floor offers continuous learning and growth.Work EnvironmentThis is a busy structural steel fabrication shop environment with approximately 40 team members working on the floor. The facility is a typical industrial setting that can be dirty and does not have air conditioning, so temperatures may vary with the seasons. Work is performed primarily on the shop floor, requiring you to be on your feet for most of the day and to handle heavy steel components. First shift typically runs from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some Saturday overtime about onethird of the Saturdays throughout the year, often more during summer and early fall. Second shift generally runs from 3:30 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., with no Saturday work. The dress code includes steeltoe footwear, jeans, safety glasses, and additional layers as needed for comfort. You will work with welding equipment, wire feed machines, grinders, and other fabrication tools in a productionoriented, safetyfocused environment Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/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 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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lincoln, NE. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Lincoln,NE.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
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.
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.