Fitter / tig Welder

Fitter / TIG Welder (GREAT PAY)

We are seeking an experienced fitter / fabricator skilled in MIG and TIG welding. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to interpret blueprints and fit together complex parts, particularly large structural components up to 30 feet long. Comfort with tight spaces and the ability to move around easily is essential.

Responsibilities

Interpret and work from blueprints to fit together complex parts.

Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum, stainless steel, and steel.

Utilize overhead cranes, HI Lo's, grinders, and straightening press.

Work in a prototype, aerospace, or defense industry environment.

Handle structural weldments such as beams, tubes, and plates.

Essential Skills

5+ years of experience in fitting structural weldments.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints.

Expertise in MIG and TIG welding, including machine setup.

Ability to pass a MIG and TIG weld test as a Structural Welder.

Comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with overhead cranes, HI Lo's, and grinders.

Experience in the prototype, aerospace, or defense industry.

AWS certifications (D1.1, D1.2, D1.6).

Why Work Here?

We offer a family-friendly atmosphere with opportunities for promotion from within. Enjoy team lunches, cross-training, and a clean, climate-controlled environment. Our probationary period leads to direct benefits, fostering a supportive work-life balance.

Work Environment

This position operates on the 1st shift from 6am - 4 : 30pm, Monday through Thursday, and 6am - 2 : 30pm on Fridays. Saturdays are optional and depend on the workload, typically from 6am - 11am. The work environment is clean and climate-controlled.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chesterfield, MI. The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $35.00 / 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)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 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 meet 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.