Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Fitter Job Description

This role focuses on fitting, aligning, and assembling materials for custom builds within a sheet metal fabrication environment. You read and interpret detailed drawings, schematics, and blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and perform light MIG welding to ensure components meet exact project specifications and tolerances.

• Read and interpret detailed drawings, schematics, and blueprints to understand project requirements and specifications.
• Use tape measures and other measuring tools with high accuracy to mark, layout, and verify dimensions.
• Fit, align, and position materials and components according to project plans and tolerances.
• Perform light MIG welding to secure and assemble components for custom fabrication work.
• Collaborate closely with fabricators and welders to complete custom builds and assemblies.
• Inspect and verify dimensions, alignment, and tolerances of assembled components to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
• Follow established safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment while working in a busy fabrication facility.
• Maintain punctuality and reliable attendance for the scheduled 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. shift.

• Prior experience working as a fitter in an industrial or construction environment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in using tape measures and applying accurate layout techniques.
• Hands-on experience with light MIG welding for fabrication work.
• Strong attention to detail and precision in measuring, fitting, and inspecting components.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with fabricators and welders on custom builds.
• Reliable transportation and consistent punctuality.

• Basic knowledge of metalworking and fabrication techniques.
• Experience working in a fabrication or machine shop environment.
• Certifications in welding or blueprint reading (preferred but not required).

You join a team-oriented fabrication environment where craftsmanship, accuracy, and collaboration are highly valued. The role offers stable daytime hours, the opportunity to work with skilled trades professionals, and hands-on experience with custom builds that showcase tangible results of your work. You gain practical exposure to metalworking and fabrication processes while developing and refining technical skills that are in demand across the industry.

This position is based in a sheet metal fabricating facility that is loud and can be very dirty, reflecting the nature of heavy industrial and fabrication work. You work on-site during a 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. shift, using tools such as tape measures, welding equipment, and other fabrication and machine shop tools. Personal protective equipment is required at all times, including steel toe shoes, work pants with no rips or tears, ear plugs, and safety glasses.

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

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/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 Memphis,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 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.

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.