Small Welding Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Welder with expertise in working with .045 wire on carbon and stainless steel. Join a dynamic team where your skills in welding, blueprint reading, and assembly will be highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform welding tasks using .045 wire on carbon and stainless steel.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints to ensure accurate assembly of parts.
• Utilize a tape measure for precise measurements.
• Operate an overhead crane and forklift when necessary.
• May operate a break or drill press if welding tasks are completed.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 6 months welding experience or an Associate's degree in welding.
• Proficiency in MIG welding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Skill in using a tape measure accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with crane operation and forklift handling.
• Familiarity with operating a break or drill press.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy comprehensive health benefits at no cost once you become a direct employee. Benefit from a generous profit-sharing program that has consistently offered maximum bonuses over the past five years, potentially ranging from 15k to 30k depending on company performance.

Work Environment

Work in a small, close-knit shop environment that is not climate controlled, which can be hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Be part of a team that values camaraderie and humor. While your primary responsibility will be welding, you may also assist in operating various machines such as brakes and shears. The company operates on two shifts: 1st shift from 7am to 3:30pm and 2nd shift from 3:30pm to 11:50pm, with potential for overtime.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cedar Rapids, IA.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Rapids,IA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 8, 2026.

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.

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 meet 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 in solving 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.