Construction Welder

Construction Welder/Iron Worker - Midland, MI

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Construction Welder/Iron Worker to join our team. The role involves inspecting and repairing various metal structures such as handrails, catwalks, guard rails, platforms, and staircases. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cutting metal materials to length, operating overhead cranes and forklifts, welding and fabricating prototypes, and assisting with new construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and repair handrails, catwalks, guard rails, platforms, and staircases.

• Run the saw and cut different metal materials to length.

• Operate overhead cranes and forklifts.

• Welding and fabrication of prototype and repair projects.

• Assist iron crews with onsite welding for new construction.

• Obtain necessary work permits.

• Fit and assemble metal parts from prototype prints to finished projects.

• Read and interpret drawings to verify all parts match specifications.

• Conduct job walks and provide design solutions for customers.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• 1 or more years of welding and/or iron worker experience

• Proficiency in Mig welding, fabrication, and blueprint reading.

• Experience in structural steel fabrication and metal cutting.

• Ability to perform iron work, including framing and erecting.

• Skilled in operating grinders and saws.

Why Work Here?

Join a family-owned company with over 40 years in business, offering a career with opportunities for growth and advancement. Enjoy a work schedule of 50-60 hours weekly, perfect for those who appreciate overtime.

Work Environment

Work on-site at various industrial facilities, including loading docks for grocery stores, repairing guard rails and similar items.

Job Type & Location

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

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 Bay City,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 26, 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.