Fabricator Jobs in Michigan

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.

1-15 of 252 Jobs
Quick Apply
Wintegrity

Arc Stick welder / fabricator

Qualifications Include: *Class “A” Fitter-Welder with the ability to read prints. *Experience with Arc, Mig, Tig, Stick, and Flux Core Welding. *Ability to operate shop equipment such as torches,...

In Person
Quick Apply
Lester Brothers

Entry - Level Diesel Mechanic

Entry-Level Diesel Mechanic Commercial Trucks & Heavy Equipment Schedule: 11 am – 8 pm Monday through Friday Required: Ability to work overtime and Saturdays during peak season as needed Lester...

In Person

Diesel Mechanic

  • GFL Environmental
  • Monroe, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Monroe, MI
  • 14 days ago

Under the guidance of shop leadership, conduct repairs and preventative maintenance on both Diesel and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) vehicles to maintain GFLs fleet in safe and continuous road...

In Person

Mechanic

  • GFL Environmental
  • Grayling, MI
  • 23 days ago
  • Grayling, MI
  • 23 days ago

Safely operate, repair, rebuild and perform maintenance on Company owned heavy duty trucks and equipment including rolling stock to ensure its ability to operate safely. This position is for GFL's...

In Person

Diesel Mechanic

  • Waste Connections
  • Sawyer, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Sawyer, MI
  • 19 days ago

Borden Hauling has an immediate opening for a Diesel Mechanic - 2nd Shift. Our Diesel Mechanic will work directly with the Maintenance Manager to ensure safe diagnostics and repair of our truck...

In Person

Assembler - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • New Boston, MI
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Boston, MI
  • 1 hour ago

Ready to take advantage of growth opportunities at some of the top companies in your area? Reliable assembly workers who are comfortable working in high-speed environments and motivated by...

In Person

Power Mechanic Level C

  • Estes Express Lines
  • Romulus, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Romulus, MI
  • 6 hours ago

Estes is hiring at all levels of skills and experience which is how your pay is determined. Responsible for repairs and required preventive maintenance of diesel engines, trucks and/or forklifts...

In Person

Diesel Mechanic Trainee Entry Level

  • Ryder
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 10 hours ago

Position Description Ryder is hiring a Diesel Technician Trainee in Grand Rapids, MI offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a Technician career you can feel good about. We will pay you while...

In Person

Mechanic

  • Loomis Armored US
  • Canton, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Canton, MI
  • 18 hours ago

Individual Skills and Competencies : Ability to read and understand technical service manuals, repair orders, labels, and gauges (in English).. Ability to write work orders, purchase orders....

In Person

Mechanical Assembler (2nd shift / Temp assignment)

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 18 hours ago

Mechanical Assembler (2nd shift) – Location: Kalamazoo, MI 49001 – Work Schedule: Mon to Fri / 2nd Shift: 3 pm -11 pm – Pay rate: 17$ per hour – Contract: W2 under...

In Person Temporary

Mechanical Assembler (1st shift/temp role)

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 18 hours ago

Mechanical Assembler (1st shift) – Location:  Kalamazoo, MI 49001 – Work Schedule:  Mon to Fri / 1st Shift: 7 am -3 pm – Pay rate:  17$ per hour...

In Person Temporary

Fleet Diesel Mechanic B

  • Reyes Fleet Management
  • Lake Orion, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Orion, MI
  • 1 day ago

Reyes Fleet Management is seeking a full-time 1st shift Fleet Diesel Mechanic B to help with repairs and maintenance on trailer/tractor equipment at our facility shop in Lake Orion, MI Shift:...

In Person

Assembler - Builder

  • Metalcraft Of Mayville
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 1 day ago

Come Join Our Awesome Team! 4 10-hour shifts/week - Builder Builders are responsible for working directly with team members as well as individually to assemble parts and subassemblies for Bluebird...

In Person

Assistant Mechanic

  • Bowlmor AMF
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 1 day ago

Overview Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as an Assistant Mechanic and become part of a vibrant...

In Person Part Time

Assembler I - Weekend Shift - $20.25/hr. + $2.00 Shift Premium

  • Stryker
  • Portage, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Portage, MI
  • 1 day ago

What you will do - As an Assembler I, you will assemble mechanical units, fabricated parts/components and/or electrical/electronic systems to make subassemblies, assemblies or complete units using hand...

In Person

Demographic Data for Michigan

Moving to Michigan? Find some basic demographic data about Michigan below.


Local
National
10,077,306
222,152

Fabricator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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 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...
Muscle Suit Fabrication Part 1 - Design, Pattern & Fabricate Muscles
Learn how to fabricate a muscle suit with master creature effects fabricator, Ted Haines (From Dusk Till Dawn, The Muppets, The Bourne Legacy). In Part One of his 3-Part course series, Haines...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Fabricator Jobs in Michigan

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Fabricator positions.



Highest Education Level

Fabricators in Michigan offer the following education background
High School or GED
34.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.3%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
12.3%
Master's Degree
3.3%
Some College
1.7%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Fabricator Related Career Advice Articles

Two welders in steel fabrication facility
How to Launch and Maintain a Successful Career in Steel Fabrication

Just starting your career in steel fabrication? Follow these tips to succeed and thrive as a fabricator.

Read article »