Structural Welder/Fitter

Aerotek; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring Structural Welders & Fitters for a Newark, DE contract-to-hire onsite role. Responsibilities include reading blueprints, cutting and fitting structural steel, and using welding and fabrication equipment. Comfortable with tablets and digital drawings is expected.

Pay ranges from $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, with occasional overtime. This is a day shift in a non-temperature controlled fabrication shop, requiring physical work and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong blueprint reading skills.
• Precision fitting experience required.
• Ability to work with tight tolerances.
• Comfort using tablets and computers to view digital drawings and fabrication plans.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine layout and assembly requirements.
• Measure, cut, and fit structural steel components using welding, bolting, and other fastening techniques.
• Use a tape measure with precision down to 1/16 inch for accurate layout.
• Operate fabrication tools and machinery such as saws, torches, grinders, and drill presses.
• Ensure components meet dimensional and quality standards before final assembly.
• Collaborate with welders, machine operators, and quality control to maintain production accuracy.
• Utilize tablets and computers to read digital drawings and work instructions.
• Maintain a safe, organized on-site fabrication environment per OSHA standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision fitting

Tight tolerances

Digital literacy

Team collaboration

Tools

Tablets

Computers

Job description

Structural Welder/Fitter Openings in Nortnern DE

We are seeking Structural Steel Welders & Fitters to join our fabrication team. This role is essential in producing high-quality structural components for large-scale construction projects, including warehouses, manufacturing facilities, high-rise buildings, and commercial structures. The ideal candidate will have strong blueprint reading skills, precision fitting experience, and the ability to work with tight tolerances. As the company transitions to digital workflows, candidates must be comfortable using tablets and computers to access and interpret digital drawings and fabrication plans.

Pay: Up to $30/hour + Weekly Pay!

Shift: Day Shift

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications to determine layout and assembly requirements.
• Accurately measure, cut, and fit structural steel components using welding, bolting, and other fastening techniques.
• Use a tape measure with precision down to 1/16th of an inch to ensure accurate layout and fabrication.
• Operate fabrication tools and machinery including saws, torches, grinders, and drill presses.
• Ensure all components meet dimensional and quality standards before final assembly.
• Collaborate with welders, machine operators, and quality control to maintain production accuracy and efficiency.
• Utilize tablets and computers to read digital drawings and work instructions.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.
• Conduct inspections and quality checks on completed assemblies.
• Assist with material handling, including loading and unloading steel components.
• Tape measure proficiency
• Welding
• Fabrication
• Structural steel handling
• Digital literacy with tablets and computers

Why Work Here?

We offer ample training opportunities and encourage the development of multi-skilled individuals. The company supports cross-training to expand your skill set and advance your career.

Work in a non-temperature controlled fabrication shop environment with exposure to heat, noise, and heavy machinery. The role requires standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs for extended periods. Occasional overtime and weekend shifts may be necessary to meet project deadlines.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newark, DE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $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.

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 & 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 Newark,DE.

Application Deadline

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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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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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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