Stick Welder/Fitter

at Aerotek in Kittery, Maine, United States

Job Title: Structural fitter

$45 & $140 in per diem.

This position is located in Newport News, Virginia

Responsibilities

+ Perform multi-pass tack welding using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding ( SMAW ) process.

+ Operate burning and heating equipment, specifically oxygen/propane burning torches.

+ Interpret complex structural assembly drawings, blueprints, and sketches, including weld symbols, material types, datum, and reference lines.

+ Comprehend fractional dimensions using a ruler and lay off piece parts for fabrication and assembly.

+ Assemble structural piece parts according to specifications with high-quality standards.

+ Work effectively in physically demanding environments such as shipbuilding or steel fabrication.

+ Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations relevant to the shipbuilding industry.

+ Utilize vibratory tools including grinders and needle guns.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 $45.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Kittery,ME.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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