Welder & Fitter

Aerotek; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Carlisle, PA is seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join a custom metals shop. You will fabricate, fit, and weld structural steel components, read blueprints, and perform quality welds in a fast-paced environment.

This contract-to-hire role offers first shift from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with overtime, onsite work, and benefits including 401(k) matching and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in laying out, fitting, and fabrication of structural steel.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and weld symbol interpretation.
• Experience with MIG welding equipment setup and maintenance.
• Ability to select appropriate wire type and shielding gas.
• Knowledge of welding parameters including voltage, amperage, and wire feed speed.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, and weld custom metal products such as guardrails, handrails, and balcony railings.
• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols, ensuring precise execution.
• Operate machining equipment such as plasma cutters, shears, and presses.
• Perform quality welds using MIG and flux core techniques.
• Work independently and efficiently throughout the fabrication process.
• Use technology such as iPads for reading prints and managing workflow.

Skills

Blueprint reading

MIG welding

Lay out & fabrication

Quality inspection

Tools

Plasma cutters

Shears

Presses

Welding equipment setup

Job description

Job Title: Welder & Fitter Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Welder/Fabricator to join a custom miscellaneous metals fabrication shop. This individual will be responsible for fabricating, fitting, welding, and assembling a variety of custom metal products including guardrails, handrails, balcony railings, ornamental fencing, cable rail systems, lintels, stairs, platforms, and other architectural and structural steel products. Candidates must be able to read blueprints, perform quality welds, and work independently throughout the fabrication process. We prefer candidates to be certified in 3G positions but are willing to train the right person.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, fit, and weld custom metal products such as guardrails, handrails, and balcony railings.

• Read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols, ensuring precise execution.

• Operate machining equipment such as plasma cutters, shears, and presses.

• Perform quality welds using MIG and flux core techniques.

• Work independently and efficiently throughout the fabrication process.

• Use technology such as iPads for reading prints and managing workflow.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in laying out, fitting, and fabrication of structural steel.

• Proficiency in blueprint reading and weld symbol interpretation.

• Experience with MIG welding equipment setup and maintenance.

• Ability to select appropriate wire type and shielding gas.

• Knowledge of welding parameters including voltage, amperage, and wire feed speed.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with automation within welding.

• Ability to lay a solid weld and combine a T joint with steel pieces.

• Tech-savvy with the ability to read prints on an iPad.

• Motivated and company-oriented personality.

• Structural steel experience is ideal but not mandatory.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy a supportive work environment with incentives for direct work, company picnics, and comprehensive benefits including 401(k) matching, dental, health, life, and vision insurance, as well as paid time off. Join a small, family-owned company that values motivated employees and a strong work ethic.

Work Environment

Work in a welding/fabrication shop equipped with forklifts, cranes, and other necessary equipment. Experience seasonal temperatures, with exposure to heat in the summer and cold in the winter. The company operates in a brand new building with plans to open a custom metal fab/weld shop in December. The position requires working on the 1st shift from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with mandatory overtime starting at 5:00 am and additional hours from 5:00 am to 10:00 am on Saturdays, totaling a minimum of 55 hours per week. Employees will work alongside 15-20 others and are expected to retrieve their own parts when needed. The company supplies tools, but candidates should have their own hood and steel-toed boots.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in CARLISLE,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 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.