Job Title: 2nd Shift Welder Fabricator
Job Description
Join our team as a 2nd Shift Welder Fabricator where you will be integral in crafting steel staircases, railings, and other structural components for various building projects. The role begins with training on the 1st shift for 1-2 months before transitioning to the 2nd shift, which runs from 4:00pm to 3:00am, Monday through Thursday, with planned overtime on Fridays. A 10% shift premium is offered upon transition.
Responsibilities
Perform MIG welding on aluminum, stainless, and carbon steel.
Fabricate structural steel components, including staircases and railings.
Read and interpret blueprints to complete assigned tasks.
Utilize shop equipment such as grinders, drills, taps, brakes, and shears.
Contribute to miscellaneous steel department projects.
Essential Skills
Proficiency in MIG welding.
Strong fabrication skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Knowledge of layout processes.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience with aluminum, carbon steel, or stainless steel.
TIG welding skills.
Certificates and training, preferably from GRCC welding program.
Why Work Here?
Enjoy team lunches with food trucks, fostering a collaborative and rewarding work environment. We offer a competitive pay bump when moving to a direct hire position.
Work Environment
2nd shift hours are 4:00pm - 3:00am, Mon - Fri. Training will take place on 1st shift from 5:00am - 4:00pm. Experience a fast-paced and dynamic work environment where teamwork and accountability are key. Our employees are expected to maintain a 'work first' attitude to achieve project goals efficiently. The role involves supporting the miscellaneous steel department on 2nd shift with no weekend work, ensuring a balanced work schedule.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Grand Rapids, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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 Grand Rapids,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.
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.
