Welder And Fabricator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Welder and Fabricator

Pay: $21 - 26 an hour

Lakeland FL

Shift: 6am to 4pm Monday to Friday

Job Description

This role involves fabricating steel components used in the production of heavy construction equipment and conveyor systems in a fast-paced industrial environment. You will perform precise welding and fabrication work, follow technical drawings and measurements, and maintain high standards of safety and quality while working primarily on a Monday through Friday daytime shift in Lakeland, FL.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate steel components according to specified dimensions, tolerances, and production requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings to plan and execute fabrication tasks.
• Set up, operate, and adjust welding and fabrication equipment to complete assigned work accurately.
• Inspect finished cuts, welds, and fabricated parts for accuracy, quality, and conformance to specifications, making corrections as needed.
• Handle, lift, and position heavy steel materials safely using appropriate tools, equipment, and techniques.
• Perform cutting operations using saws, including bandsaws, and measure materials accurately using tape measures and other measuring tools.
• Use grinding, deburring, and finishing tools to prepare and refine metal surfaces and edges.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in MIG welding with the ability to produce consistent, high-quality welds.
• Experience with metal fabrication processes, including cutting, fitting, and assembling steel components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and measurements accurately.
• Skilled use of saws, including bandsaws, for cutting steel and other metals to specified dimensions.
• Competence in using tape measures and other measuring tools to maintain precise tolerances.
• Experience with grinding, deburring, and finishing metal surfaces safely and effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience working with steel materials in an industrial or fabrication environment is a plus.
• Experience with TIG welding, flux core welding, and fitting is a plus.
• Experience working with stainless steel, carbon steel, sheet metal, and structural steel components is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

You will join a family-oriented company that values long-term growth and recognizes your contributions. The organization offers company benefits, regular yearly reviews that provide opportunities for raises, and financial growth potential over time. You can benefit from a yearly stipend, performance-related bonuses, and a supportive culture that encourages professional development and stability.

Work Environment

The position is based in an industrial facility in Lakeland, FL, with a Monday through Friday schedule and a shift starting at 6:00 a.m. and ending around 3:30 or 4:00 p.m. You will work in a combination of indoor and outdoor areas that are hot, dirty, and non-climate-controlled, typical of a heavy industrial environment. The role involves regular use of welding equipment, saws (including bandsaws), grinding and deburring tools, hand and power tools, and other metalworking machinery. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times, and adherence to safety protocols is essential.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lakeland, FL.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $21.00/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 Lakeland,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 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.