Fitter

Structural Fitter
Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Structural Steel Fitters who excel at reading blueprints, performing layouts, and working with precise measurements. This position is responsible for laying out, fitting, aligning, and assembling structural steel components according to engineering drawings and fabrication specifications.
The ideal candidate will have strong structural fitting experience, excellent blueprint reading skills, fabrication knowledge, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high quality and production standards.
Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret complex blueprints, shop drawings, and fabrication specifications
• Layout, position, align, and fit structural steel components according to engineering requirements
• Verify measurements and dimensions to ensure accurate fit-up and assembly
• Perform complex layouts and fabrication calculations
• Understand and maintain fit-up tolerances and dimensional accuracy
• Check camber, sweep, and dimensional tolerances of beams and structural shapes
• Make corrections to ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications
• Conduct heat corrections on structural steel components as needed
• Set up complex jigs, fixtures, and assemblies
• Safely operate cutting torches, heating torches, and track torch equipment
• Tack weld assemblies and prepare components for final welding
• Assist with overhead crane operations
• Maintain a safe and productive work environment

Required Qualifications

• Previous structural steel fitting experience
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings
• Proven experience with measurements, layouts, and fit-up procedures
• Ability to fit and tack weld assemblies independently
• Strong understanding of dimensional tolerances
• Solid math skills, including fractions, decimals, angles, and layout calculations
• Experience using measuring tools, squares, levels, and layout equipment
• Ability to work independently and meet production goals

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Merritt Island, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/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 Merritt Island,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

About Aerotek

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.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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