Structural Steel Layout Fitter

Aerotek; York (York County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO program

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental & vision

Job summary

Aerotek in York, PA is seeking a Structural Steel Layout Fitter / Fabricator to join a busy fabrication team. This hands-on role involves reading blueprints, layout fitting, welding and operating overhead cranes to assemble large steel components.

You will perform flux-core welding, cut and heat torches, check tolerances, and ensure safety and quality standards on the shop floor. This permanent, onsite position offers strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have structural steel fitting and layout experience.
• Flux-core welding experience on structural steel is required.
• Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols is essential.
• Experience operating overhead cranes is required.
• Knowledge of beam layout, fit-up, and structural assemblies is necessary.
• Experience using cutting and heating torches is needed.
• Strong attention to detail and workmanship is essential.
• Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial environment.
• Ability to handle and work around large steel components.

Responsibilities

• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components from blueprints.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols.
• Perform structural steel welding (Flux-Core/FCAW).
• Operate overhead cranes to move and position materials.
• Use cutting and heating torches for steel modifications and heat corrections.
• Check beam camber and sweep tolerances and make adjustments as needed.
• Set up jigs and fixtures for fabrication and welding projects.
• Maintain quality standards and inspect finished work.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Support daily production needs within the structural department.

Skills

Structural steel fitting and layout

Flux-core welding

Read blueprints and weld symbols

Operate overhead cranes

Beam layout and fit-up

Cutting and heating torches

Attention to detail

Safety in heavy industrial environment

Handle large steel components

Job description

Structural Steel Layout Fitter / Fabricator

Position Summary

Join a growing structural steel fabrication team responsible for fitting, fabricating, and welding structural steel components. This hands‑on role requires blueprint reading, layout fitting, flux‑core welding, overhead crane operation, and working with large steel assemblies while maintaining high quality and safety standards.

Pay: $24-$30/hr based on experience

Schedule

1st Shift and 2nd Shift Available

• Monday-Friday
• 5:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM
• Some Saturdays as needed

What You'll Do

• Lay out, fit, and assemble structural steel components from blueprints
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and weld symbols
• Perform structural steel welding (Flux-Core/FCAW)
• Operate overhead cranes to move and position materials
• Use cutting and heating torches for steel modifications and heat corrections
• Check beam camber and sweep tolerances and make adjustments as needed
• Set up jigs and fixtures for fabrication and welding projects
• Maintain quality standards and inspect finished work
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe
• Support daily production needs within the structural department

Required Qualifications

• Structural steel fitting and layout experience
• Flux-core welding experience on structural steel
• Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols
• Experience operating overhead cranes
• Knowledge of beam layout, fit‑up, and structural assemblies
• Experience using cutting and heating torches
• Strong attention to detail and workmanship
• Ability to work safely in a heavy industrial environment
• Ability to handle and work around large steel components

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience checking camber and sweep tolerances
• Experience setting up complex jigs and assemblies
• Ownership of basic fitting and welding tools
• Strong safety awareness and work ethic
• Reliable attendance and team‑oriented attitude

Work Environment

• Structural steel fabrication shop
• Loud, heavy industrial setting
• Dedicated welding station
• Overhead cranes operating throughout the facility
• Steel‑toe boots and safety glasses required
• Employees provide their own basic tools

Benefits

• Stable workload supported by long‑term contracts
• Strong job security and growth opportunities
• PTO Program
  • 1 week after 3 months
  • 2 weeks after 6 months
  • Additional PTO with tenure (up to 3 weeks)
• 401(k) with excellent company match
  • 100% match on first 3%
  • 50% match on next 2%
  • Up to 4% company contribution
• 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of York, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $30.00/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.

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 & 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 York,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Aerotek provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions at Aerotek are based on merit, qualifications and abilities. Aerotek does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color and religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disabilities or any other characteristics protected by law.

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