Construction Welder

Aerotek; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Construction Welder to inspect, repair, and fabricate structural components for industrial and commercial facilities. You will weld and cut materials to meet precise specifications, ensuring safe and durable structures that support ongoing operations at customer sites.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, performing MIG and stick welding on various metals, and fabricating new structural parts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of MIG welding and fabrication experience.
• Proficiency in MIG welding on structural steel and other metals.
• Experience with stick welding for structural applications.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Experience welding stainless steel and sheet metal as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect existing handrails, catwalks, guard rails, platforms, staircases and similar structures to identify wear, damage and safety issues.
• Repair and reinforce structural components using MIG and stick welding techniques to restore strength and functionality.
• Fabricate new structural steel components according to blueprints and project specifications.
• Perform MIG welding on structural steel, stainless steel, and sheet metal to create accurate welds.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan work and lay out materials.

Skills

MIG welding

Stick welding

Fabrication

Blueprint reading

Structural steel

Stainless steel

Sheet metal

Grinders & hand tools

Tape measures

On-site work

Safety compliance

Job description

Job Title: Construction Welder

Job Description

This role focuses on inspecting, repairing, and fabricating structural components such as handrails, catwalks, guard rails, platforms, and staircases for a variety of industrial and commercial facilities. You will weld and cut materials to meet precise specifications, ensuring safe, durable, and high-quality structures that support ongoing operations at customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Inspect existing handrails, catwalks, guard rails, platforms, staircases, and similar structures to identify wear, damage, and safety issues.
• Repair and reinforce structural components using MIG and stick welding techniques to restore strength and functionality.
• Fabricate new structural steel components, including rails, platforms, and supports, according to blueprints and project specifications.
• Perform MIG welding on structural steel, stainless steel, and sheet metal to create accurate, clean, and secure welds.
• Use cutting tools and equipment to cut materials to size and shape, ensuring all pieces meet required measurements and tolerances.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and measurements to plan work, lay out materials, and execute fabrication accurately.
• Fit and assemble structural components prior to welding, ensuring proper alignment, positioning, and structural integrity.
• Grind and finish welded joints and fabricated parts to meet quality and safety standards.
• Use hand tools and tape measures to mark, measure, and verify materials and completed work.
• Work on-site at industrial facilities and loading docks, performing welding and repairs on guard rails and other structural items.
• Follow safety procedures and best practices while working in active industrial and commercial environments.
• Maintain tools, welding equipment, and work areas in clean, safe, and operable condition.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in MIG welding and fabrication.
• Proficiency in MIG welding on structural steel and other metals.
• Experience with stick welding for structural applications.
• Strong structural steel fabrication skills, including cutting, fitting, and assembling components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and fabrication drawings.
• Competence in welding stainless steel and sheet metal as required.
• Skilled in using grinders, hand tools, and tape measures for fabrication and finishing work.
• Ability to perform accurate measurements and layout for fabrication and repair tasks.
• Capability to work on-site at industrial facilities and loading docks, including performing repairs on guard rails and similar structures.
• Commitment to following safety procedures and working safely in active industrial environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in construction or industrial settings performing structural repairs and installations.
• Experience in fitting and assembling structural components prior to welding.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks at various customer locations.
• Strong attention to detail and quality in welding, fabrication, and finishing work.
• Reliability and willingness to work extended hours when needed, including overtime.

Why Work Here?

You will join a long-established, family-owned organization with a stable history spanning over four decades, offering a supportive and close-knit culture. This role provides genuine career-building potential, not just short-term work, with clear opportunities for growth and advancement over time. Once hired in, you can benefit from a high-earning potential through consistent 5060 hour workweeks for those who enjoy overtime, along with a strong emphasis on long-term employment and professional development.

Work Environment

Work takes place on-site at various industrial facilities and loading docks, including grocery distribution and similar locations, where you will repair guard rails and related structural components. The environment is hands-on and field-based, involving travel between sites, working around active operations, and performing welding and fabrication in real-world industrial conditions. You will regularly use welding equipment, grinders, hand tools, tape measures, and other fabrication tools while adhering to safety protocols appropriate for industrial and construction settings.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midland, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midland, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Midland,MI.

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.

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.