**Job Title: Welder and Fitter** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled Welder and Fitter who is proficient in welding large structures, reading blueprints, and building parts with precision. This role requires a strong understanding of equipment selection, part layout, and performing tasks according to engineering production drawings. The ideal candidate will be able to work independently, layout workpieces per drawing without guidance, and ensure high-quality production within the allocated time. **Responsibilities** + Weld using 16" weld wire size for very large structures. + Read and interpret blueprints accurately. + Build parts and perform layouts as per specifications. + Select appropriate equipment and plan part layouts: cut, fit material, tack material, and weld as per engineering production drawings. + Layout workpieces per drawing without guidance or current part fixtures. + Read and use measuring tools such as tape measure, compass, micrometer, mag level, protractor, versa gauge, and caliper. + Perform welding tasks without the use of fixtures. + Fit materials/components/products per blueprints and job specifications within quality standards and allotted routing time. + Set up and adjust machines and equipment to produce products within acceptable quality tolerances. **Essential Skills** + Proficiency in welding large structures. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints. + Experience in building parts and performing layouts. + Skill in selecting equipment and planning part layouts. + Ability to read and use a tape measure, compass, micrometer, mag level, protractor, versa gauge, and caliper. + Experience in welding without the use of fixtures. + Skill in fitting materials/components/products as per blueprints and job specifications. + Experience in setting up and adjusting machines and equipment to produce high-quality products. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + Expertise in layout welding. + Strong experience in blueprint reading. + Experience in structural steel fabrication. **Why Work Here?** Join a team that values precision, quality, and independence. Enjoy a supportive work environment where your skills are recognized and appreciated. We offer a balanced work-life schedule with day shifts and a culture that fosters growth and continuous learning. **Work Environment** The work environment consists of large structural steel fabrication. The typical workday includes an 8-hour day shift. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract position based out of Eureka, Illinois. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00 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 Eureka,IL. **Application Deadline** This position will be accepting applications until Feb 1, 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.