We at Patriot Tool are looking to add a competent welder/fabricator to our team. We are a growing company with a driven and positive group. Daily Tasks may include but are not limited to: MIG welding structural frames or fabricating weldments Welding concept details and prototype parts Measuring, cutting and fixturing various details Cleaning and prepping work area ETC. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Highlights Title General Welder Type Full Time Experience 8 Years Function Management/Manufacturing Location Dearborn, MI, United States Company Ford Motor Company Company Profile Ford Motor Company is a global company with shared ideals and a deep sense of family. It creates transportation solutions built to improve people’s lives. The innovative products, accessories, experiences, and services are designed and produced across six continents. Job Profile The company is searching for a General Welder to join its team. Education Level • Not mentioned, yet a High School Diploma will be a plus Work Experience • Completed a bona fide apprenticeship, or had 8 years of previous experience, or had a combination of previous work experience and training equivalent to a bona fide apprenticeship program in the trade. Duties/Responsibilities • Willingness and ability to work on any assigned schedule, change shifts, work more than 8 hours per day or work overtime, all while maintaining good attendance. • Ability and willingness to learn and follow safety rules and procedures, to work in a team environment, treat co-workers with dignity and respect regardless of personal differences, and accept and follow instructions and requests from leadership. • Ability and willingness to understand and follow instructions, both oral or in writing. • Ability to perform tasks of the trade, stand for extended periods, walk unassisted, work at heights, work overhead including on ladders and platforms and manipulate tools typical of the trade. Tasks will require a certain amount of reaching, lifting, twisting, bending, and use of a PMHV or Hilo. • Ability to perceive differences in details and prints related to trade. • Must be able to effectively maneuver about vehicles, equipment, assembly lines or stations, and about facility. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities • Assesses equipment, structures, materials, and job specifications for appropriate welding positions and methods • Consults blueprints and sketches in order to execute jobs and tasks to specification • Develops working knowledge of dozens of methods used for welding a variety of materials and components • Follows safety protocol, including wearing heat-resistant gloves, protective masks, and safety shoes. • Maintains a thorough knowledge of universal standards and specifications in order to meet building codes and legal requirements • Monitors equipment for appropriate usage and temperature • Monitors work environment for hazards and maintains healthy ventilation levels to avoid particle or gas inhalation • Operates specialized machinery for industrial welding or supervises robots that do the same • Takes apart and disposes of large metal objects like automobiles, ships, and other structures • Trims metal components using heat, fire, and electricity • Uses electricity and torches to produce heat and solder together components made from steel, titanium, copper, and other metals • Welds small components like copper plumbing for residential use and large ones like pipelines for power plants or beams for buildings and bridges Benefits/Perks • Accident and Sickness and Extended Disability Benefits. • Automatic enrollment in TESPHE, the hourly employee 401(k) plan, at an initial pre-tax contribution rate of 3%. Also eligible for Company TESPHE contributions of 10% of base pay and $1 per compensated hour. • Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance. • Company provided premium coverage for Hospital-Surgical-Medical plus Drug, Hearing, Dental, and Vision. • Eligible for holiday pay, profit sharing and lump sum bonuses, paid time off, tuition assistance, and immediate vehicle discount purchase plans. Employer’s Statement Ford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or protected veteran status.
See More Details >>JOB TITLE: Welder/Fabricator Dearborn Mid-West is looking for a first shift Welders and Fabricators to join our team in Taylor, MI. Qualifications: • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent • Prior welding experience in MIG or TIG • Minimum 2 years of steel and carbon steel experience • Minimum 2 years reading blueprints and following through experience • Strong organizations skill • Ability to work independently • Basic math skills with knowledge of fractional, metric and decimal systems • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints • Good communication skills • AWS certification strongly preferred • Must be a quality and detail oriented fabricator • Have reliable attendance and be able to work overtime/weekends Responsibilities: • Weld and fabricate steel and other surfaces/materials • Assemble tools and materials • Read and interpret measurements, blueprints, and sketches • Follow all safety protocols and guidelines • Ensure safe and clean working environment
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on skills and preparing individuals for industry certification. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with approximately 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. In Dearborn, MI, welders earn an average of $1,530 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $55,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs offer pathways to this career, leading to strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities across industries such as manufacturing, construction, and energy.
