Welder And Fitter

Job Description

• We are looking for a Welder/Fitter with experience working on structural steel components in a fabrication‑shop environment.

• This role centers heavily on FCAW & Dual shield welding and precise fit‑up work for beams, columns, braces, and other steel assemblies.

• You will perform 1G and 2G welds that meet AWS D1.1 requirements, with opportunities for more advanced weld positions as experience grows.

• Accurate measurement using micrometers and calipers is essential to ensure proper fabrication and assembly.

• Weld and fabricate structural steel components for commercial and industrial construction

• Use micrometers, calipers, and other precision tools to verify dimensions

• Weld in multiple positions — vertical, horizontal, and overhead — as needed

• Fit, align, and tack structural members before final welding

• Read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings to complete fabrication tasks

• Assist with layout, cutting, grinding, and prepping steel for welding

• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all shop safety procedures

• Strong FCAW welding ability

• Solid understanding of structural steel fit‑up and assembly

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols

• Experience using precision measuring tools

• Reliable tack welding and layout skills

• Experience with Flux Core Arc Welding in a structural environment

• Solid understanding of structural steel fit‑up and assembly

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols

• Experience using precision measuring tools

• Reliable tack welding and layout skills

• Ability to assemble, square, and fit beams, plates, and structural members

• Familiarity with overhead cranes, rigging, and shop equipment

• We offer competitive hourly pay, swing‑shift differentials, and the ability to work up to 60 hours per week.

• Our in‑house training program helps welders advance their FCAW and structural‑steel skills.

• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401k match.

• Work is performed in a covered indoor shop bay, providing a stable and controlled environment for welding and fabrication.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spokane, WA.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 – $32.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Spokane,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

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.