Job Title: Fabricator
Job Description
This role focuses on fabricating and assembling truck body components for county road commission trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles. You will interpret blueprints, measure and cut materials, operate a variety of fabrication tools, and perform MIG or ARC welding to build and repair truck bodies and related equipment. The position requires strong mechanical aptitude, precision in fabrication, and consistent communication with shop leadership to ensure projects meet quality and safety standards.
Responsibilities
Fabricate truck body parts and components for county road commission trucks and other heavy-duty trucks from cab and wheel base to finished body.
Read and interpret blueprints and drawings to determine material requirements, measurements, and fabrication steps.
Accurately measure, mark, and lay out materials prior to cutting, fitting, and welding.
Cut steel and other materials using plasma cutters, shears, saws, and other cutting tools.
Operate punch presses, drills, saws, and hand tools to form, drill, and prepare parts for assembly.
Perform MIG and ARC welding on steel materials to fabricate and assemble truck bodies and related equipment.
Fit, position, clamp, and tack-weld parts in preparation for final welding and assembly.
Use hand tools, impact wrenches, torches, and other shop equipment safely and efficiently.
Inspect completed welds and fabricated parts to ensure they meet quality, dimensional, and safety requirements.
Perform body repairs and modifications on buses, mail trucks, and other large heavy vehicles as needed.
Communicate with the shop manager on a daily basis to review work orders, project priorities, and progress.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all shop safety procedures and guidelines.
Contribute to a reliable and productive work environment through strong attendance and consistent work ethic.
Essential Skills
At least 5 years of experience performing MIG welding.
At least 5 years of experience welding on steel materials.
At least 1 year of experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
At least 5 years of experience using tools such as cutting tools, impact wrenches, or torches.
Proficiency in MIG welding and familiarity with ARC welding processes.
Ability to read and work from blueprints, drawings, and fabrication diagrams.
Strong fabrication skills, including measuring, cutting, fitting, and assembly.
Experience using hand tools, power tools, punch presses, drills, and saws in a fabrication environment.
Mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot and solve fabrication-related issues.
Ability to work safely with welding and cutting equipment and follow shop safety practices.
Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic in a production or fabrication setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Howell, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $27.00/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 Howell,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 18, 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.
