Job Title: Fitter/Fabricator Job Summary: We are looking for skilled Welders and/or Fitters (knowledge of both is a plus) to cut and join metals and other materials at our Tangent, OR facility. Essential Job Functions 1. Perform FCAW (2G) welding. Be able to pass 2G test in FCAW on 1u201d thick coupon. 2. Operate air arc to remove steel (back gouging). 3. Grind with 90u00b0 angle grinder. 5. Read weld symbols and check weld size using weld fillet gauges. 6. Heat material to required temperature using temperature sticks and heating torch/cutting torch. (read and follow pre-heart & interpass temperature tables.) 7. Set machines according to procedure charts. 8. Use air chipper to chip of slag. 9. Use natural gas propane heaters to pre-heat steel. 10. Operate stud welder. 11. Follow weld procedures as it applies to volts, amps & wire feed speed. 12. Heat, straighten and be able to know when to use pre-heat to offset distortion. 14. Perform other duties as required by management. Shift Times: Swing Shift: 4:30pm-3:00am Qualifications and Requirements Required : Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. over shoulder height. Be able to read blueprints. FCAW (2G). Be able to read weld symbols and be familiar with weld procedures. Must be familiar with WP1 (manual shielded metal arc welding of carbon steel) and WP2 (Flux cored are welding of carbon steel) and WP3 (Flux cored arc welding with gas shielding of carbon steel). Preferred : Two or more yearsu2019 experience in manufacturing in the steel fabrication industry. Proficiency and use of Software, equipment, machines, tools, electronic device necessary for job: Air arc, 90u00b0 angle grinder, crane, heating torch, cutting torch. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Emporia, VA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/hr. 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: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Emporia,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026. 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 u2013 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 companiesu2019 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.
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Fitter Fabricator