Welder And Fabricator @ Aerotek

Job Title: Welder and FabricatorJob DescriptionThis role focuses on fabricating and assembling commercial hollow metal door frames in a shop environment. You will primarily perform MIG welding on light-gauge galvanized steel using modern welding equipment, working with pre-fit components to build accurate, clean, and durable frames. The position requires strong attention to detail, consistent weld quality, and the ability to work independently once trained while contributing to a small, quality-driven fabrication team.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble commercial hollow metal door frames in an indoor shop environment.
• Perform MIG welding using 140V welding equipment, primarily on 16-gauge galvanized steel frames and occasionally on 18-gauge door material.
• Assemble basic three-sided commercial door frames by fitting and welding two jambs to the frame head.
• Work primarily with pre-fit and pre-cut components rather than fabricating all parts from raw stock.
• Measure, align, square, fit, and tack components before completing final welds to ensure accuracy and proper fit.
• Grind and finish welds to produce clean, smooth, and visually appealing finished surfaces.
• Visually inspect completed frames for weld quality, fit, dimensions, alignment, and overall workmanship.
• Minimize rework by maintaining strong attention to detail throughout the fabrication and welding process.
• Operate grinders, saws, presses, punches, and other standard metal fabrication hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe fabrication area, following all shop safety practices and using appropriate PPE.
• Work independently once trained, maintaining consistent quality and productivity throughout the shift.
• Support more complex or custom hollow-metal fabrication projects as skills and experience grow, particularly for candidates with stronger hollow-metal experience.
• Read and follow shop drawings, blueprints, work orders, or fabrication drawings when required.
• Handle material, stand, bend, lift, and perform repetitive fabrication tasks throughout the shift in a production environment.

Essential Skills

• Previous MIG/GMAW welding experience in a fabrication, manufacturing, or shop environment.
• Comfort welding thin and light-gauge steel with the ability to control heat and produce consistent welds without excessive burn-through or distortion.
• Experience fitting and assembling metal components prior to welding.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and work from dimensions and specifications.
• Experience using grinders and metal finishing tools to clean and finish completed welds.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on producing square, clean, and dimensionally accurate finished products.
• Ability to work independently once trained while maintaining consistent quality throughout the day.
• Dependable attendance and reliability, especially in a small fabrication team environment.
• Comfort working with thin and light-gauge galvanized steel, hollow metal door frames, and related materials.
• Ability to read or learn to read shop drawings, blueprints, work orders, or fabrication drawings.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and handle materials throughout the shift in a fabrication shop.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Quality-focused mentality with an emphasis on accuracy and workmanship.
• Willingness and ability to learn specific door and frame fabrication processes and specifications used in the shop.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior MIG welding and metal fabrication experience is preferred.
• Hollow metal door and frame fabrication experience is highly preferred but not required.
• Experience working with commercial doors, metal doors, door frames, and sheet metal is beneficial.
• Familiarity with shop drawings, layout work, and interpreting fabrication documents is an advantage.
• Experience in a quality-driven, repetitive production or fabrication environment is helpful.
• Comfort working in a small team environment with shared responsibilities.
• Willingness to grow into more advanced fabrication tasks and potentially support custom or complex projects.

Why Work Here? The organization offers a modern, progressive workspace designed to support both productivity and enjoyment. Team members enjoy a large open kitchen with a fully stocked coffee bar, snacks, and a TV highlighting employee milestones, birthdays, and company events. The office culture is fun and community-oriented, with quarterly outings and a relaxed social area that includes a keg-o-rator and shuffleboard, and even an in-house beer brewing project. The environment is pet-friendly with office cats, adding to the welcoming atmosphere. There are clear career progression opportunities, with potential growth into roles such as lead installer, foreman, superintendent, estimator, and other leadership paths, providing long-term development and advancement.

Work EnvironmentThis position is based in an indoor fabrication and shop environment focused on commercial doors and frames made from galvanized steel. You will work with MIG welding equipment, including 140V welders, along with grinders, saws, presses, punches, and other standard fabrication tools. The role involves standing and working on your feet throughout the shift, performing repetitive fabrication and production tasks in a quality-driven rather than high-speed production setting. You will be part of a small fabrication team, contributing to a collaborative and focused work atmosphere. The environment includes typical shop conditions such as welding fumes, sparks, metal dust, noise, and standard industrial hazards, with appropriate personal protective equipment required. Dress will align with a fabrication shop setting, emphasizing safety and practicality.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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)

Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Des Moines,IA.

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.