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Fabrication Technician

**Location:** Arlington, WA

**Pay:** $20-25/hr, DOE

**Shift:** 6 AM - 4:30 PM, M-Th

Job Description

The Fabrication Technician is responsible for using hand, pneumatic, and hydraulic tools to fabricate aerospace parts. The role involves cutting, forming, bending, and straightening metal to meet customer specifications using various tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

+ Use hammers, saws, and grinders to cut, form, bend, and straighten metal.

+ Operate shrinker/stretcher, arbor press, stretch form, router, shear, brake press, and hot joggle.

+ Perform work instructions and assisted setup procedures.

+ Inspect the first part run thoroughly.

+ Run parts after job setup is completed.

+ Meet job standard times.

+ Recognize and troubleshoot production problems.

+ Make minor adjustments to keep parts within tolerance.

+ Verify conformance of finished workpieces to specifications using standard measuring tools.

+ Read and interpret manufacturing drawings.

+ Follow all safety guidelines and procedures.

Essential Skills

+ Experience with assembly and fabrication in the aerospace industry.

+ Proficiency with hand and power tools.

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.

+ Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.

+ Ability to follow instructions with strong attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Demonstrates a positive work attitude and punctuality.

+ Proficient use of basic measuring tools like calipers and protractors.

+ Experience with MS Windows-based computer systems.

+ Strong mathematical skills.

+ One year of on-the-job experience.

+ Completion of an aptitude test during the interview process.

Why Work Here?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, health savings account, supplemental benefits, and basic life insurance. Eligible employees can also access long-term disability insurance, employee assistance programs, and retirement plans. Enjoy paid time off, 80 hours of paid holiday per year, and a supportive work environment.

Work Environment

The position is based in a machine shop that manufactures structural parts for the aerospace industry. The environment requires adherence to safety guidelines and proper use of safety equipment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Arlington, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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 Arlington,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 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 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.