Welder And Fabricator

Aerotek; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

HSA

Transportation benefits

EAP

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is hiring a Welder/Fabricator III (Metal Fabricator) for a contract-to-hire role in Lancaster, PA. The position requires advanced welding and fabrication expertise to produce high-quality structural steel and custom metal projects.

Mentoring junior welders and collaborating with project teams are key aspects of the role. 1st Shift with flexible start times and a pay range of $28.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Independently fabricate, fit, weld, and finish complex structural steel and miscellaneous metal assemblies from detailed shop drawings.
• Perform advanced MIG and TIG welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other materials with high quality.
• Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, tolerances, bills of material, and fabrication specifications.
• Troubleshoot fabrication challenges including fit-up, distortion, alignment, and welding defects.

Responsibilities

• Use advanced measuring, layout, and inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy and project compliance.
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, supervisors, and production teams to deliver high-quality finished products on schedule.
• Train and mentor junior welders and fabricators, promoting safe, efficient work practices.

Job description

Welder/Fabricator III (Metal Fabricator) | $28-$35/hr | 1st Shift

Join a growing fabrication team where your advanced welding and fabrication expertise will be valued. We're seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator III who takes pride in producing high-quality structural steel and custom metal projects while mentoring the next generation of fabricators.

What You'll Do:

• Independently fabricate, fit, weld, and finish complex structural steel and miscellaneous metal assemblies from detailed shop drawings.

• Perform advanced MIG and/or TIG welding on carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other materials while maintaining exceptional quality standards.

• Interpret blueprints, weld symbols, tolerances, bills of material, and fabrication specifications to ensure accurate production.

• Troubleshoot fabrication challenges, including fit-up issues, distortion control, alignment concerns, and welding defects.

• Utilize advanced measuring, layout, and inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy and project compliance.

• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, supervisors, and production teams to deliver high-quality finished products on schedule.

• Train and mentor junior welders and fabricators, sharing technical expertise and promoting safe, efficient work practices.

Schedule & Pay:

• 1st Shift: Flexible start times between 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM with 45-hour work weeks.

• Open to candidates interested in 3rd Shift opportunities.

• Pay Range: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour, based on experience and skill level.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00/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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lancaster, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lancaster,PA.

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.