**_Now Hiring 1st shift MIG Welders!_** **Job Duties:** + We are hiring MIG welders of all levels. We are looking for candidates ranging from entry-level to those with AWS certification, all the way up to very experienced welders. If you are an entry-level candidate, you will start with tacking off production and gradually move onto the floor for fabrication with all work being inspected. You will need to take a weld test, which includes reading a blueprint and performing a math test (including fractions). The welding work will primarily involve steel, and TIG experience is a plus. Ideal candidates will have experience in tank and structural welding. **Responsibilities** + Perform MIG welding on structural steel + Read and interpret blueprints and schematics + Conduct basic math calculations including fractions + Operate machinery and drive a forklift + Lift up to 50 lbs as necessary + Engage in custom fabrication tasks such as metal breaking, welding, painting, and CNC operations + Collaborate with engineering firms to design and fabricate new builds + Inspect and ensure the quality of welds **Hours/Shift/Pay** + 6am - 2:45pm + Pay ranges from $20-$25 based on experience and weld test + Pay is weekly **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $25.00 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 Independence,IA. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Dec 21, 2024. **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.