Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Fitter

Job Description

This hands-on role involves performing fitting and fabrication work in a structural steel manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. The position is ideal for individuals with fabrication experience, welding knowledge, and solid mechanical aptitude, and it also offers training opportunities for candidates with transferable skills who are eager to grow.

Responsibilities

• Perform fitting and fabrication duties in a manufacturing environment, working primarily with structural and stainless steel components.
• Complete metal core welding and related fabrication tasks using appropriate welding processes and techniques.
• Read and interpret measurements, blueprints, work instructions, and production requirements to ensure accurate fabrication and assembly.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively to cut, fit, tack, and assemble metal parts.
• Perform tack welding and MIG welding as needed to support production and fabrication activities.
• Maintain quality standards by inspecting work, verifying measurements, and correcting defects or inaccuracies.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including proper use of personal protective equipment and safe operation of equipment.
• Work independently and as part of a team to meet production goals and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with supervisors and coworkers to resolve issues, improve processes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in training during the initial period to learn company-specific processes, standards, and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience as a fitter, fabricator, or in a related manufacturing role preferred.
• Metal core welding experience required.
• At least 2 years of related experience preferred in welding, fitting, or fabrication.
• Ability to read and interpret measurements, blueprints, and work instructions accurately.
• Proficiency with welding processes including MIG and flux core welding.
• Experience working with stainless steel and structural steel materials.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment safely and effectively.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining high quality standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $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 Arlington,TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 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.

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.

Company Description

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.

Company Description

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.