Fitter

Aerotek; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Aerotek in New Albany, IN is seeking a Fitter to read blueprints, lay out and fit steel components, and prepare materials for welding in a custom fabrication shop. This contract to hire role operates on first shift, offering steady first-shift hours and a close-knit team environment.

You will use measuring tools and MIG/flux-core welding within structural applications, ensuring quality, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with drawings while collaborating with welders and fabricators on client

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and pass a blueprint reading test.
• 35 years of experience as a fitter working with steel structures.
• Proficiency in fitting, aligning, and preparing metal components for welding and assembly.
• Hands-on experience in a custom weld or fabrication shop environment.
• Experience with MIG welding and flux core welding in structural applications.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints accurately to perform layout and fit-up of steel components.
• Lay out, align, and fit metal parts prior to welding, ensuring precise assembly according to drawings.
• Use measuring tools such as tape measures, gauges, squares, and calipers to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Prepare materials for fabrication by cutting, grinding, beveling, and cleaning surfaces to ready them for welding.
• Position, clamp, and secure parts to maintain correct alignment during welding and assembly.
• Inspect fit-ups and completed assemblies to confirm they meet quality, structural, and dimensional requirements.
• Collaborate with welders and fabricators to complete custom projects based on client specifications.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and follow safe work practices in the shop.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Fitting & assembly

MIG welding

Flux core welding

Measurement tools

Quality inspection

Independent worker

Tools

Tape measures

Gauges

Squares

Calipers

Welding machines

Grinders

Job description

Job Title: Fitter

Job Description

This role focuses on reading and interpreting blueprints, laying out and fitting steel components, and preparing materials for welding in a custom fabrication environment. You ensure that metal structures are accurately assembled according to specifications and meet quality and dimensional standards.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints accurately to perform layout and fit-up of steel components.

• Lay out, align, and fit metal parts prior to welding, ensuring precise assembly according to drawings.

• Use measuring tools such as tape measures, gauges, squares, and calipers to verify dimensions and tolerances.

• Prepare materials for fabrication by cutting, grinding, beveling, and cleaning surfaces to ready them for welding.

• Position, clamp, and secure parts to maintain correct alignment during welding and assembly.

• Inspect fit-ups and completed assemblies to confirm they meet quality, structural, and dimensional requirements.

• Collaborate with welders and fabricators to complete custom projects based on client specifications.

• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and follow safe work practices in the shop.

Essential Skills

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, including passing a blueprint reading test.

• 35 years of experience as a fitter working with steel structures and assemblies.

• Proficiency in fitting, aligning, and preparing metal components for welding and assembly.

• Hands-on experience in a custom weld or fabrication shop environment.

• Experience with MIG welding and flux core welding in structural applications.

• Skilled in using hand tools and measuring devices such as tape measures, gauges, squares, and calipers.

• Ability to inspect and verify fit-ups and assemblies to meet quality and dimensional standards.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a custom fabrication and welding shop.

• TIG welding experience is a major plus but not required.

• Comfort working with a variety of hand and power tools used in fabrication.

• Attention to detail and strong mechanical aptitude.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small shop team.

Why Work Here?

You join a small, hands-on fabrication environment where your technical skills directly shape custom projects for diverse clients. The shop offers steady first-shift hours that support work-life balance and provides opportunities to broaden your welding and fitting experience, including exposure to different processes and custom work. You work closely with a tight-knit team, gaining practical experience and contributing to high-quality, made-to-order solutions.

Work Environment

This role is based in a small custom fabrication and welding shop that focuses on made-to-order projects. The position operates on first shift, typically from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The environment is not climate controlled and can be dusty and loud at times due to fabrication and welding activities. You work with steel structures and use equipment such as welding machines (including MIG and flux core), grinders, cutting tools, and a range of measuring instruments and hand tools. Appropriate work attire includes durable clothing and footwear suitable for a fabrication and welding shop setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $28.00/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 jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,IN.

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.