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Job Title: Fitter Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on welding and fitting heavy structural steel components used in buildings and construction projects. You will perform flux core and MIG welding, interpret blueprints, use quality tools, and collaborate closely with architects and experienced welders to produce high-quality, precise steel structures in a clean and organized facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform flux core .045 and MIG welding on heavy structural steel components for building and construction applications.
• Fit and fabricate steel parts according to detailed blueprints and project specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to determine material requirements, weld symbols, and fabrication details.
• Use appropriate quality tools and measuring instruments to ensure accuracy, alignment, and structural integrity.
• Work closely with architects to understand design requirements and incorporate their feedback into fabricated components.
• Collaborate with experienced welders and fitters, participating in on-the-job training to continuously improve skills and techniques.
• Handle and position heavy steel safely, ensuring proper setup of workpieces before welding or fitting.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for defects, and perform necessary adjustments or repairs to meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following facility guidelines for safety, housekeeping, and equipment care.
• Follow all safety procedures related to welding, cutting, lifting, and working around heavy steel and fabrication equipment.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of flux core or MIG welding experience, preferably in a structural steel environment.
• 3+ years of structural steel experience, including fabrication and fitting of heavy steel components.
• Proficiency in flux core welding, including .045 wire applications.
• Strong MIG welding skills with structural steel materials.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols accurately.
• Experience working with structural steel in building and construction projects.
• Solid understanding of welding safety practices and proper use of welding equipment.
• Ability to work effectively with heavy steel, including positioning, clamping, and preparing workpieces for welding.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality welds and assemblies.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with TIG welding is a plus.
• BG in stainless steel welding and fabrication is beneficial.
• General fabrication experience, including cutting, grinding, and assembling steel components.
• Fitting experience, including layout, measurement, and alignment of structural steel parts.
• Previous work in clean, smaller fabrication or steel facilities is advantageous.
• Familiarity with profit-sharing or performance-based environments is helpful.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance package, supporting long-term health and well-being. A profit-sharing program at the end of the year rewards collective success and encourages a sense of ownership in the work. The culture emphasizes collaboration, training with experienced professionals, and continuous skill development, offering a supportive environment for welders and fitters who want to grow their careers in structural steel fabrication.

Work Environment

The role is based in a smaller, clean fabrication facility that focuses on heavy structural steel work. Team members use welding equipment for flux core and MIG processes, along with standard fabrication tools and quality measurement instruments. Work is available on first shift from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and second shift from 2:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., providing options for different schedule preferences. The environment values safety, cleanliness, and efficient workflow, with an emphasis on maintaining an organized workspace suitable for precision welding and fitting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Menomonee Falls, WI.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 Menomonee Falls,WI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 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.