Fabricator

Fabricator/Welder

$23-$29/hr

6:30am - 3:30pm | Monday - Friday

Gretna, NE

Job Description

The Fabricator/Welder plays a key role in building custom-engineered equipment for civil construction and tunneling applications. In this role, you work closely with engineers and technicians to transform innovative designs into high-quality products through precise metal fabrication and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and welding symbols to understand project requirements.
• Fabricate components using cutting, bending, welding, and machining techniques to meet design specifications.
• Operate shop equipment including saws, grinders, plasma cutters, and MIG/TIG welders in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assemble mechanical systems, ensuring proper fit, alignment, and finish of all components.
• Inspect finished products for quality, accuracy, and conformance to engineering standards.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve fabrication challenges and improve manufacturability.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while adhering to all company safety standards and procedures.
• Assist in continuous improvement initiatives and shop workflow optimization to enhance productivity and quality.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of experience in metal fabrication or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in MIG and TIG welding on steel and aluminum.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks in a physically demanding environment.
• Demonstrated ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work area.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Technical training or certification in welding or fabrication is preferred.
• Experience operating fabrication shop equipment such as saws, grinders, plasma cutters, and welding machines.
• Forklift certification is a plus.
• Experience with overhead cranes is a plus.
• Demonstrated desire to learn, with a teachable, curious mindset and openness to continuous improvement.
• Strong sense of responsibility, with willingness to own your work, acknowledge mistakes, and grow from them.
• Proven hard-working attitude, showing dedication to your craft and the success of the team.
• Team-oriented approach, with the ability to collaborate effectively, support others, and maintain a positive attitude.
• High level of integrity, consistently doing what is right even when not being observed.

Why Work Here?

You join a team that values innovation and empowers employees to contribute meaningful ideas and solutions. The organization encourages initiative, professional growth, and continuous learning, allowing you to have a direct impact on the future of engineering and custom-engineered solutions. You work in a culture that recognizes hard work, supports collaboration, and trusts individuals to take ownership of their craft.

Work Environment

This role is based in a fabrication shop environment that currently operates in one standing building, with a larger facility under construction. The shop is heated and uses open garage doors and fans for cooling instead of air conditioning. You work on and around fabrication equipment such as saws, grinders, plasma cutters, and welding machines, and you spend most of the day on your feet in a hands-on, physically active setting. The atmosphere is team-oriented, with a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and supporting one another to deliver high-quality, custom-engineered equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gretna, NE.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $28.00/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 Gretna,NE.

Application Deadline

This 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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