Welder And Fabrication Technician

Aerotek; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / PTO

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Welder Fitter in El Cajon, CA, to perform TIG and MIG welding per blueprints, support fit-up and fabrication, and produce high-quality welded components in a hands-on shop environment. On-site, four days per week, with first/second/weekend shifts available.

Applicants should be proficient with welding exotic materials, read complex drawings, and maintain safety and traceability documentation. This position is contract to hire and pays $25–$30/hr.

Qualifications

• Experience with TIG and MIG welding.
• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Experience with fit-up, fixtures, and common fabrication tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Must provide own welding hood and gloves; all other PPE is provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding on assemblies according to drawings and specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Assist with fit-up, fabrication, and assembly of components to required tolerances.
• Set up and operate welding equipment and use fixtures, jigs, grinders, and other fabrication tools.
• Weld stainless steel, Inconel, and other alloys while maintaining high quality standards.
• Complete required production and traceability documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Support other fabrication and production activities as needed.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Fit-up

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Job description

Welder - El Cajon, CA (1st/2nd/weekend shifts)

$25-$30/hr

Job Description

• The Welder Fitter performs TIG and MIG welding on a variety of assemblies, supports a journeyman welder with fit-up and fabrication, and works from blueprints to produce high-quality welded components. This role operates in a hands-on fabrication environment, using fixtures and hand tools to weld and assemble parts made from exotic materials and various thicknesses. The position is based on-site in El Cajon, CA, four days per week.

Open Shifts

• First shift schedule 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Mon-Thurs)

• Second shift schedule 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM (Mon-Thurs)

• Weekend schedule 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM (Fri-Sun)

Responsibilities

• Perform TIG (GTAW) and MIG (GMAW) welding on assemblies according to drawings and specifications.

• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.

• Assist with fit-up, fabrication, and assembly of components to required tolerances.

• Set up and operate welding equipment and use fixtures, jigs, grinders, and other fabrication tools.

• Weld stainless steel, Inconel, and other alloys while maintaining high quality standards.

• Complete required production and traceability documentation.

• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.




• Support other fabrication and production activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with TIG and MIG welding.

• Ability to read blueprints and fabrication drawings.

• Experience with fit-up, fixtures, and common fabrication tools.




• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.

• Must provide own welding hood and gloves; all other PPE is provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a custom fabrication or manufacturing environment.

• Experience welding stainless steel, Inconel, or other specialty alloys
• Familiarity with specialized welding techniques and procedures

Why Work Here?

• You join a hands-on fabrication environment where you work with advanced materials and develop your welding skills alongside experienced professionals. The schedule offers a four-day on-site workweek, supporting work-life balance while still providing meaningful, technical work. You gain exposure to a variety of projects and processes, helping you build a strong foundation in both welding and fabrication practices.

Environment:

• The environment involves the regular use of TIG and MIG welding equipment, welding machines, fixtures, and hand grinders, as well as handling exotic materials such as alloys, Inconel, and 300/400 series stainless steel in various thicknesses. You work around typical shop noise, tools, and equipment, following standard safety practices and using appropriate personal protective equipment, including your own welding hood.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of El Cajon, CA 92020.

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 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Cajon,CA 92020.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 24, 2026.

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.