Structural Welder

Structural Welder

Join our team as a 2nd shift welder where you will provide fabricated structural steel products and services for the construction industry across the Midwest. You will be working with thick steel beams and frames for skyscrapers in Chicago, positioning, laying out, fitting-up, cutting, and welding in accordance with shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Position, layout, fit-up, cut, and weld according to shop drawings.
• Perform Flux Core welding on thick steel for beams and frames.
• Weld based on blueprints.
• Execute some assembly and grinding tasks as needed.

Essential Skills

• 1 year of experience in Flux Core welding.
• Proficiency in welding, particularly in flux core and MIG.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Experience in fabrication and fitting.
• Competence in structural welding.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in MIG welding.

Why Work Here?

Our company offers a unionized environment with significant growth opportunities, including new equipment purchases and the establishment of a weekend crew. As a skilled welder, you will work on diverse projects, avoiding repetitive production tasks. We provide comprehensive benefits, including inclusive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance, company-paid Disability and Life insurance, and up to $1,000 per year in Health Savings Account contributions. Enjoy a 401(k) retirement savings program with company contributions, access to an Employee Assistance Program with discounts from major vendors, and mental and physical wellness programs. Our time off package includes vacation, sick, and holiday pay, and we offer annual bonus opportunities. We support career advancement within our stable and well-established organization, and all necessary tools are provided by the company.

Work Environment

Work in a large, heavy industrial facility that is cleaner than typical for heavy structural welding, though still somewhat dirty. The position operates on the 2nd shift, running from 3pm to 1:30am, Monday through Thursday. There is an opportunity to volunteer for overtime after the training period, which can be worked on Fridays for 5 or 10 hours weekly. A $1.50 premium is available for 2nd shift work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Stoughton, Wisconsin.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/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 Stoughton, WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 12, 2025.