Fabricator Jobs in Traverse City, MI

A Fabricator in the maintenance and installation industry is responsible for designing, creating, and assembling various parts and structures made from raw materials like metal, plastic, and more. They interpret blueprints, specifications, and diagrams to accurately manufacture and install parts or structures. Fabricators usually work with heavy machinery such as grinders, drill presses, and other cutting machines. They perform quality checks on finished products and repair any faults or discrepancies. Regular maintenance of equipment and complying with safety regulations and standards are also an integral part of their role.

Important skills for a Fabricator include mechanical skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to read and interpret blueprints. They should also have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Some certifications that could be beneficial for a Fabricator include a Certification in Fabrication and Welding Technology, a Certificate in Sheet Metal Technology, or other relevant qualifications. Before becoming a Fabricator, a person may have roles such as a Machine Operator, a Welder, or an Apprentice in Fabrication.

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Mechanic & CDL Truck Driver

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 15 hours ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 15 hours ago

Doug's Underground Service, a MPS Group, Inc. is looking. is looking for a reliable and hands-on Mechanic & CDL Truck Driver to join our team in Traverse City, MI. This is a flexible role for...

Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic Paraprofessional - Career Tech

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 5 days ago

Click the link below to view the full job description: Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic Paraprofessional Please note, if the link does not open, you may need to copy and paste the link into a new...

CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 18 days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 18 days ago

A Day in the Life of a CNC Lathe/Mill Machinist: + You will machine parts to meet Dynatect and customer specifications. + You will write, edit, load and execute a CNC program. + You will set up machines...

CNC Machinist

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 23 days ago

Our client, a leading manufacturing firm, is seeking a CNC Machinist to join their team. As a CNC Machinist, you will be part of the production department supporting the manufacturing team. The...

Production Worker Pipeline VRG

  • Traverse City, MI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Traverse City, MI
  • 30+ days ago

1st Shift - $16.50/hr. Temp-to-Perm. Manpower is currently seeking candidates for a 1st shift Assembly position. Our client in Traverse City, MI, is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to...

Assembler

  • Williamsburg, MI (16 miles from Traverse City, MI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Williamsburg, MI (16 miles from Traverse City, MI)
  • 60+ days ago

PURPOSE This is an entry-level position that performs repetitive assembly operations to mass-produce products such as windows, doors, trusses, panels, or stairs by performing the following duties....

Demographic Data for Traverse City, MI

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How to Fabricate a Monster Suit Part 2 - Detailing, Texturing & Mechanisms
The "Kaiju" saga continues! Learn how to build foam creature costumes with two of Hollywood's masters of monster fabrication, Bill Bryan (Ghostbusters, Army of Darkness, Men in Black) & Ted Haines...
How to Fabricate a Monster Suit Part 3 - Mechanisms & Secondary Forms
Monster suit class is back in session! In part 3 of this Godzilla-sized course series, master creature effects fabricators Bill Bryan, Ted Haines & their student teams continue the Kaiju-making...
How to Fabricate a Monster Suit Part 1 - Design, Pattern, & Prototype
Learn how to make foam fabricated monster suits & creature costumes with Hollywood's most sought-after FX fabricators, Bill Bryan (Ghostbusters, Army of Darkness, Men in Black) & Ted Haines (Blade...

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Salary for Fabricator Jobs in Traverse City, MI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Fabricators in Traverse City, MI offer the following education background
High School or GED
35.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.1%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
11.4%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%


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