Structural Fitter
Aerotek
Posted Monday, April 27, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005988520
Structural Fitter
Job Description
The Structural Fitter is responsible for utilizing drawings to fit and assemble structural steel products for various industrial projects. This role involves participating in the layout and assembly of structural components for steel fabrication, ensuring adherence to established fabrication procedures. The candidate must be able to read and understand drawings, codes, and specifications and fit to D1.1 and D1.5 bridge code standards as well as vessel/tank codes.
Responsibilities
- Utilize drawings to fit and assemble structural steel products.
- Participate in the layout and assembly of structural components for steel fabrication.
- Ensure all established fabrication procedures are followed.
- Fit to D1.1 and D1.5 bridge code standards.
- Fit vessels/tanks to specified codes.
Essential Skills
- 3-5 years FCAW welding experience.
- 3-5 years of experience in structural fitting.
- 3-5 years of experience in fabrication.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, codes, and specifications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Pass a drawing test before employment.
- 3 years of experience in the structural steel fabrication industry.
Why Work Here?
Employees enjoy stable hours, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage. Additional benefits include free short/long term disability, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off that grows with tenure. The company recognizes outstanding safety performance with 'Safety Stars' awards, providing gift certificates and premium parking spots. They also host celebration luncheons for achievements in safety, fostering a supportive and rewarding work culture.
Work Environment
The work environment is an industrial fabrication shop, characterized as hot, dirty, and dusty with open fans and open-air facilities. Reliable transportation is required as travel between different locations may be necessary.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gibsonton, FL.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $26.00 - $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)
This is a fully onsite position in Gibsonton,FL.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 11, 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 – 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.
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