Hiring Millwright Mechanics

*Job Description: The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery and equipment in grain processing facilities. A thorough working knowledge of mechanics and proficiency in using industrial tools such as drills, power saws, cutting torches, grinders, welders, and measuring equipment are required. Regular inspection of machinery to predict and prevent mechanical failure is also a key responsibility.

*Responsibilities

• Work in a crew of 2-5 millwrights.

• Perform stick welds in the field.

• Conduct work on commercial agricultural buildings, including new construction, remodels, expansions, and repairs.

• Inspect machinery regularly to predict and prevent mechanical failures.

*Essential Skills

• 1-2 years of experience as a millwright.

• 1-2 years of stick welding experience.

• Ability to lift 50-75 pounds.

• Not afraid of heights.

*Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Skills in construction, welding, electrical troubleshooting, and blueprint reading.

• Experience with MIG welding, TIG welding, structural welding, and working with grain bins.

*Why Work Here? Employees enjoy working here because each day presents new challenges and opportunities. The work environment fosters growth and learning, providing a dynamic and engaging workplace.

*Work Environment: Millwrights often work outdoors and may encounter extreme temperatures. The role involves considerable manual labor, including bending and lifting. The typical workweek averages 40 hours, extending to 45-50 hours during harvest season. Work hours are from 7am to 5pm, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break. Employees drive to the shop daily and depart to job sites from there.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Des Moines,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

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.