Night Shift Welder/Fitter

Job Title: Night Shift Welder/Fitter

Job Description

This role focuses on structural welding and fitting of large-scale poles used for street lighting and traffic control. You will work with very large structural components in a heavy manufacturing environment and perform high-quality welds and fittings to precise specifications, following blueprints and meeting strict quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform structural welding and fitting on large poles and heavy structural components used for street lighting and traffic control.

• Read and interpret blueprints to determine layout, measurements, and welding requirements for each project.

• Set up and operate welding equipment using metalcore and flux core processes in accordance with job specifications.

• Pass and maintain proficiency in the weld test on a 1/2 inch flat plate 1G with 1/16th metalcore wire and bevel bar.

• Perform accurate fitting work and pass a fitting test to ensure correct alignment and assembly of large structures.

• Work safely in a heavy manufacturing environment, consistently wearing required personal protective equipment including hard hat, weld hood, and steel-toe footwear.

• Handle and position very large structural materials using appropriate tools and equipment, maintaining control and safety at all times.

• Inspect welds and fittings for quality, accuracy, and adherence to specifications, making adjustments as needed.

• Collaborate with team members and follow instructions from supervisors to meet production schedules and quality standards.

• Work night shift hours and support overtime needs, including frequent Friday overtime and occasional Saturday work, to meet production demands.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of heavy industrial welding and fitting experience in a structural or heavy manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience working with very large structural materials and components.

• Proficiency with metalcore and flux core welding processes.

• Ability to perform structural welder/fitter duties in a heavy manufacturing setting.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.

• Ability to pass a fitting test demonstrating strong layout and fit-up skills.

• Ability to pass a weld test on a 1/2 inch flat plate 1G using 1/16th metalcore wire with bevel bar.

• Consistent work history with above-average tenure in previous roles.

• Ability to work night shift hours (approximately 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.) and support overtime as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience manufacturing poles or large structural products for applications such as street lighting or traffic control.

• Experience in heavy manufacturing environments with strict safety and quality standards.

• Comfort working with large-scale equipment and materials in a fast-paced production setting.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable heavy manufacturing operation that offers paid holidays, a boot allowance to help cover the cost of required footwear, and regular opportunities for overtime to increase your earnings. The environment values skilled tradespeople, provides essential safety equipment, and offers consistent work with large, challenging projects that allow you to further develop your structural welding and fitting expertise.

Work Environment

This position is based in a heavy manufacturing facility focused on producing very large structural poles. The primary schedule for night shift welder/fitters is approximately 4:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., with overtime on most Fridays and some Saturdays. You will work with metalcore and flux core welding processes on large structural materials in an industrial setting. A hard hat is mandatory and provided, while you must supply your own weld hood and steel-toe footwear. The environment emphasizes safety, proper use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to industrial work practices typical of heavy manufacturing operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tulsa, OK.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.50 - $28.25/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 Tulsa,OK.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 16, 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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.