Contract Industrial Tooling (CIT)

Aluminum GTAW Welder-Fitter (Blueprints)

Location

Richmond, IN

Employment Type

Full-time

Required Skills & Certifications

TIG WeldingAluminumAWS D1.2
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Posted on April 17, 2026

Job Description

Overview

Join our build-ready team as an Aluminum GTAW Welder-Fitter, where you will thrive on precision, safety, and craftsmanship by translating blueprints into finished aluminum assemblies.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and operate GTAW/TIG equipment to weld aluminum across varied thicknesses.
  • Fit, tack, weld, cut, and grind parts to print using electric, gas, arc, or other welding processes.
  • Lay out, position, and secure components based on specifications, drawings, and blueprints.
  • Perform manual or semi-automatic welding in flat, vertical, horizontal, and overhead positions.
  • Dial in parameters—amperage, voltage, and gas—to achieve proper arc characteristics.
  • Maintain equipment via preventive maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and request repairs.
  • Complete production and quality logs with accuracy.
  • Verify work using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and fixtures; conduct detailed inspections.

Requirements

  • 1+ years of TIG experience or equivalent training.
  • AWS D1.2 certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days).
  • Pass the CIT weld test.
  • Experience with diverse welding procedures and setups.
  • Proficiency using electrical/manual tools (saws, squares, calipers, etc.).
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and blueprints.
  • Working knowledge of safety standards and consistent use of PPE.
  • Manual dexterity and strong attention to detail.
  • Process discipline.

Benefits

  • 401k
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • PTO

Additional Information

  • Full-time; 8-hour day shift.
  • On-site work.
  • Commuting to Richmond, IN 47374 (Preferred).
  • Primary machine: TIG Welder.
  • Core skill: Blueprint Reading.

Benefits

401k
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
PTO