Summer Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) Erector

Description

With a busy summer comes exciting opportunity! We are looking to expand our Steel Erection Crew, specializing in pre-engineered metal building erection. As a Steel Metal Building Erector, you will play a crucial role in the construction and assembly of pre-engineered metal buildings across various locations in Minnesota. The steel erector is responsible to raise, place and unite girders, columns and other structural steel members to form completed structures or structure frameworks.

Pre-Engineered Metal Building Erector

Location: Primarily Mankato, Minnesota

Schedule: Summer 2026. Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM and as based on operational needs. Occasional Saturdays.

Salary Range: $20 per hour (based on experience)

Responsibilities:

• Assist the full time crew in the erection of pre-engineered metal buildings, including framing, wall panels, and roofing systems
• Load, unload, and move materials, tools, and equipment at job sites
• Operate basic hand and power tools (drills, impact guns, saws, etc.)
• Help align and secure structural components such as beams, columns, and girts
• Install insulation, trim, and metal sheeting
• Follow blueprints, drawings, and supervisor instructions
• Sets up hoisting equipment for raising placing structural-steel members.
• Installs metal wall sheathing and roof panels.
• Cuts welds steel members to make alterations, using oxyacetylene welding equipment.
• Rivets trim and accessory items to the roof and wall panels.
• Maintain a clean and organized job site
• Adhere to all safety policies, including fall protection and PPE requirements

Requirements

• Desire to learn about steel erection and/or pre-engineered metal buildings.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to get to and from job sites.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous steel erection experience preferred but willing to train

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift and carry materials and equipment weighing up to fifty pounds on a frequent basis and up to one-hundred pounds on an occasional basis; prolonged standing and frequent bending, stooping, and reaching is required on a daily basis. A full range of physical motion is required in order to operate manual and electrically-powered tools, sprayers, and construction-related equipment. The ability to move throughout the building, including climbing stairs and to work at heights from ladders or scaffolding, in order to perform construction-related work is required.

Environment

Work is performed indoors and outdoors, occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or which could have work hazards.

We are a safety-oriented company dedicated to excellence. If you're at the beginning of your career in this field and are eager to contribute with a strong work ethic, we warmly welcome you to join our team. Experience is not required; we value commitment and a willingness to learn and grow with us.

Join our team and be part of exciting projects.

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Midwest Steel Erectors (MSE) is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any legally-recognized basis “protected class” including but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.

We will not be hiring candidates from agencies for this position.