Fabricator

Fabricator

Job Description

The Fabricator performs high-quality Pulse MIG welding and fabrication to build custom industrial equipment. This is a true fitter and fabricator role, responsible for taking projects from blueprint to finished product, using strong blueprint reading skills and precise mathematical measurements to complete work orders from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Perform Pulse MIG, MIG (GMAW), and Flux Core (FCAW) welding to fabricate custom industrial equipment from start to finish.
• Fit, assemble, and fabricate components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and welding symbols to determine job requirements and fabrication steps.
• Use strong mathematical skills, including working with fractions and dimensions, to calculate and verify accurate measurements.
• Measure and mark materials using tape measures and other tools to ensure precise cuts and fits.
• Grind, finish, and prepare welded and fabricated components to meet quality and safety standards.
• Inspect completed welds and assemblies for accuracy, structural integrity, and conformance to specifications.
• Follow established fabrication procedures, safety guidelines, and quality standards throughout the production process.
• Collaborate with team members, as needed, to complete work orders efficiently and resolve fabrication challenges.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and care for tools, equipment, and materials used in daily fabrication work.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on fabrication and fitting experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Pulse MIG welding.
• Experience with MIG (GMAW) welding.
• Experience with Flux Core (FCAW) welding.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and welding symbols.
• Strong mathematical skills, including working confidently with fractions and dimensions.
• Skilled in using tape measures and other measuring tools for accurate layout and fit-up.
• Experience with grinding and finishing fabricated components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience fabricating custom equipment.
• Comfort working with minimal direct supervision while maintaining high quality standards.
• Ability to manage multiple work orders and adapt to changing priorities in a fabrication environment.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a flexible overtime culture where you can choose to work as much or as little extra time as you prefer, within a stable company that experiences very low turnover. Employees enjoy a laid-back environment with limited direct supervision, supported by clean and well-maintained amenities including a canteen, gym, break rooms, lockers, and showers. The benefits package is comprehensive, featuring dental, medical, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, automatic annual retirement contributions of $2,250 with a guaranteed 4% return at no cost to employees, and an industry-leading employee stock ownership program that can average significant annual value once fully vested. The vesting schedule is structured over five years, and employees can also access up to $2,500 per semester for higher education. Paid time off grows meaningfully with tenure, starting at 40 hours after three months and increasing up to 200 hours after fourteen years, along with 10 paid holidays and typically a week off during the Christmas period, with holiday pay available even while on contract. Additional protection includes automatic life and AD&D insurance, partially company-paid short- and long-term disability, and company contributions to a Health Savings Account, creating a strong total rewards package that supports both financial security and work-life balance.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Louisville, KY.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 19, 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.

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.