Welder/Fitter

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Fitter / Combo Welder (TIG & MIG)

Job Description

This role is based in a custom metals fabrication shop that handles both large-scale contracts and small custom projects. You will work as a skilled combo welder and fitter, specializing in TIG welding on stainless and smaller mild steel components, and MIG welding on structural and high-stress parts. You will fit up and fabricate assemblies directly from blueprints, contributing to a variety of projects such as heat-treat housings, conveyor systems, and heavy equipment components.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel and smaller mild steel components, ensuring strong, clean, and precise welds.
• Carry out MIG welding on structural and high-stress parts, maintaining consistent weld quality and structural integrity.
• Fit up and fabricate parts and assemblies from blueprints, including layout, measurement, and preparation of materials.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints accurately to determine dimensions, tolerances, and fabrication requirements.
• Set up welding equipment and tools for TIG, MIG, and flux core processes, and verify proper parameters for each job.
• Fabricate a wide range of metal products, including custom components, heat-treat housings, conveyor systems, and excavator buckets.
• Inspect completed welds and fabricated parts for quality, accuracy, and compliance with specifications, making adjustments as needed.
• Work collaboratively with a tight-knit team to meet production schedules and adapt to changing project priorities.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow shop safety practices and procedures at all times.
• Support overtime and extended hours as needed, including Friday and Saturday work based on production demands.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of prior experience fitting and welding stainless steel and mild steel using both TIG and MIG processes.
• Strong proficiency in TIG welding on stainless steel, with the ability to produce high-quality, aesthetically clean welds.
• Solid MIG welding skills for structural and high-stress applications, with a focus on durability and consistency.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings accurately.
• Experience with layout and fabrication, including measuring, cutting, and preparing materials from prints.
• Proficiency in fitting metal components to tight tolerances prior to welding.
• Hands-on experience in a fabrication environment working with mild steel and stainless steel.
• Capability to use flux core welding as needed for specific applications.
• Attention to detail and quality, ensuring fabricated parts meet specifications and standards.
• Ability to work full-time on a day shift schedule from approximately 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with overtime availability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a custom fabrication shop handling both large-scale and small custom jobs.
• Experience working on diverse projects such as heat-treat housings, conveyor systems, and heavy equipment components.
• Comfort working in a smaller, family-run shop environment with 15–20 employees.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate effectively with a close-knit crew.
• Ability to adapt to changing production needs and support flexible scheduling when required.
• Solid problem-solving skills to address fabrication and fit-up challenges on complex projects.

Why Work Here?

You will join a tight-knit, family-run team that values collaboration, craftsmanship, and mutual support. The shop offers medical benefits and PTO accrual, supporting your long-term well-being and work-life balance. You will work closely with an experienced leadership group in an environment that provides some flexibility in schedules based on production needs, allowing you to grow your skills while contributing to meaningful, high-impact projects.

Work Environment

The role is based in a custom metal fabrication shop that specializes in both large-scale contracts and small, one-off jobs. The facility is a smaller, family-run operation with approximately 15–20 employees, fostering a close, team-oriented atmosphere. You will primarily work a day shift from about 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with regular opportunities for overtime on Fridays and Saturdays depending on production requirements. The environment is hands-on and fast-paced, with frequent use of TIG, MIG, and flux core welding equipment, as well as standard fabrication tools for cutting, fitting, and layout. Shop attire is typical for a fabrication setting, with appropriate workwear and personal protective equipment to ensure safety and comfort while working with metals and welding processes.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of OREGON CITY, OR.

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $32.00/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 OREGON CITY,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 14, 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.