**Job Title: Fitter / Welder** **Job Description** We are seeking skilled Fitters who can work off a set of drawings or blueprints and understand what they are going to build. We manufacture heavy industrial steel frames and tanks for various industries and customers worldwide. The ideal candidate will have a strong welding background and experience fitting together heavy weldments. This position requires exceptional blueprint reading skills and the ability to work precisely from client-specific readings. **Responsibilities** + Adhere to safety policies and procedures. + Use and care for all equipment required in the performance of fit-up activities. + Pursue learning and improvement of personal skills. + Take a set of drawings, determine necessary space, tools, and personnel to fabricate the weldment detailed on the drawing(s). + Develop and execute a plan of action with efficiency and accuracy. + Effectively delegate work when appropriate while maintaining an organized team. + Consistently meet safety, quality, and workmanship standards as well as target hours and schedule. + Proficiently use fit-up tools, fixturing, methods, and equipment. + Adapt efficiently between plate work and structural, mechanical, and industrial tasks while working solely from supplied drawings. + Use both GMAW and FCAW processes for tack-welding. + Perform other tasks as assigned by the Shop Supervisor. **Essential Skills** + Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings. + Experience in fitting together heavy weldments. + Leadership skills for effective delegation and team organization. + Proficient use of fit-up tools and equipment. + Strong welding ability with GMAW and FCAW processes. + Willingness to perform various tasks as assigned. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Ability to identify parts and conceptualize from a drawing. + Strong math skills to understand tanks, diameters, and figure attachment and cut points. + Experience with ASTM-A36 and ASTM-A572 materials. + Knowledge of fitting steel components ¼” thick and up, including stainless steel of various grades and thicknesses. **Why Work Here?** Our company values continuous learning and skill development. We offer a supportive work environment where safety, quality, and teamwork are prioritized. Employees have the opportunity to work on diverse projects and gain experience with various materials and techniques. **Work Environment** The work environment is loud and hot, typical of a manufacturing setting. The shift is from 6:30am to 3pm, with current operations running Monday through Thursday (6:30am to 5pm), and Fridays (6:30am to 3pm). Saturdays may be required, with a half-day starting at 6:30am. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Plant City, Florida. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject 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 Plant City,FL. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. 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.