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Aerotek Fabrication Specialist in Glenwood, Illinois
Job Title: Fabrication Specialist
Job Description
As a Fabrication Specialist, you will work with various materials including plastic, carbon, and stainless steel to assemble interconnecting piping between vessels, pumps, and valves. You will be responsible for fabricating and assembling equipment based on mechanical and electrical drawings, as well as operating industrial machining equipment.
Responsibilities
Work with plastic (PVC, CPVC, PVDF), carbon, stainless steel piping, and sheet goods to assemble interconnecting piping between vessels, pumps, and valves.
Fabricate and assemble equipment based on mechanical drawings.
Route and terminate wires based on electrical drawings.
Operate industrial machining equipment such as a drill press, threader, cutters, sanders/grinders, and various types of saws.
Use overhead crane and ensure safe rigging and maneuvering of loads in support of equipment assembly and preparation for shipment activities.
Operate a forklift and pallet jack.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills
High School diploma.
Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical and electrical drawings.
Experience using hand/power tools and basic size/weight measuring devices.
Experience assembling plastic or stainless-steel piping.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Skilled trade degree or certification.
Ability to wire simple circuitry and perform point-to-point terminations.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Previous forklift operating experience.
Basic computer skills including data entry and internet/email usage.
Why Work Here?
Join a dynamic team where your skills in fabrication and assembly will be valued and expanded. Enjoy a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and the chance to work with state-of-the-art industrial machinery.
Work Environment
Located in Glenwood, IL, this role follows a Monday - Friday schedule from 6:00am - 2:30pm. The work is performed in a shop environment with exposure to dust, noise, and odors. The position requires regularly lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Dress code is standard for a shop environment, focusing on safety and practicality.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Glenwood, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Glenwood,IL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 27, 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.