Night Shift Fitter/Welder

Job Title: Night Shift Fitter/Welder

Job Description

The Night Shift Fitter/Welder lays out, positions, aligns, and fits fabricated metal parts in preparation for welding, using appropriate tools, fixtures, and equipment. This role sets up and operates MIG and related welding processes to perform high-quality welds, including multi-pass and full-penetration welds, on various metals and structures. The position requires strong blueprint reading skills, precise fabrication abilities, and the capability to repair and rework existing products in a manufacturing environment during night shift hours.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, position, align, and fit together fabricated metal parts using tools, fixtures, and measuring devices to prepare assemblies for welding.

• Set up and operate welding equipment, including MIG and metal core processes, to join metal parts according to specifications.

• Perform multi-pass and full-penetration welds on stainless steel, structural steel, and other metals as required.

• Read and interpret blueprints, layouts, schematics, work orders, and sketches to understand required layouts, dimensions, and assembly details.

• Cut and prepare parts for fabrication, including using cutting torches and related fabrication equipment when needed.

• Dismantle, straighten, reshape, and reassemble parts to repair or modify existing products and structures.

• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and best practices while working with welding and fabrication equipment.

• Use measuring tools, including tape measures, to verify dimensions and ensure accuracy of fits and welds.

• Apply knowledge of weld symbols and basic math to plan and execute welds correctly.

• Participate in and successfully complete weld tests, including written assessments on tape measure reading, weld symbols, and math skills, as well as physical weld tests on beveled plates in the 1G position using MIG and metal core.

• Work scheduled night shift hours from Monday through Thursday, with additional work on Friday and some Saturdays as needed to meet production requirements.

• Maintain a clean, organized work area and handle tools, equipment, and materials responsibly in a manufacturing setting.

Essential Skills

• 3–5 years of welding experience preferred, with demonstrated proficiency in production or manufacturing environments.

• Strong MIG welding experience, including multi-pass and full-penetration welds.

• Flux core welding experience on various metals and structures.

• Metal core welding experience, including ability to pass a physical weld test on a 1-inch beveled plate in the 1G position.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, layouts, schematics, work orders, and weld symbols accurately.

• Proficiency in using tape measures and performing basic math to verify dimensions and tolerances.

• Experience working with stainless steel and structural steel components.

• Ability to follow all safety rules, procedures, and best practices in a manufacturing and welding environment.

• Capability to use fabrication tools and equipment, including cutting torches, for cutting and preparing parts.

• Physical ability to handle welding and fitting tasks, including positioning, aligning, and assembling metal components.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fabrication or structural steel shop environment.

• Experience in repair work, including dismantling, straightening, reshaping, and reassembling metal parts.

• Comfort working on night shifts and adapting to extended hours on Fridays and some Saturdays when production demands increase.

• Strong attention to detail and quality in weld appearance, penetration, and structural integrity.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable manufacturing operation that invests in its workforce through comprehensive benefits and long-term financial support. The company offers medical and dental coverage, paid holidays, and a competitive 401(k) program with a 6% match to help you build your financial future. Night shift work provides consistent hours and the opportunity to contribute to key production operations, while being part of a safety-focused environment that values craftsmanship, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

This role operates in a manufacturing setting with a focus on metal fabrication and welding. You will work primarily with stainless steel and structural steel using MIG, flux core, and metal core welding processes, as well as fabrication tools such as cutting torches. The schedule runs Monday through Thursday from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m., with additional work on Friday and some Saturdays based on production needs. The environment emphasizes safety, proper use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to established procedures while working around welding equipment, cutting tools, and heavy materials in a shop setting.

Don't count yourself out if you don't have 3–5 years of experience.

Candidates with 6+ months of hands-on welding, fitting, fabrication, or manufacturing experience are encouraged to apply. If you can read a tape measure, understand basic blueprints, and have MIG/Flux-Core welding experience, this could be an excellent opportunity to advance your welding career.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tulsa, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Tulsa,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 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.