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Welder jobs in Detroit, MI
Welders join metal with MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-core processes, reading weld symbols and holding tolerances for structural, pipe, and fabrication work.
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$17–$40/hr
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$53k
Median, full-time
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We are partnered with an AMAZING manufacturer in Grove City, OH on their search for experienced CNC MACHINISTS (WEEKEND SHIFT) . This role requires strong 4- and 5- axis milling experience within a high-mix, low volume p…
$21 per hour
Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional and alternative-energy pow…
Welder DWM Holdings is seeking the ideal candidate to fill a 1st shift Production Team Welder position. The Production Team Welder will be responsible for fitting and welding of steel and aluminum using a MIG and/or TIG…
Earning annual potential is 100K + Our current heavy tech is retiring after 39 years with the dealership. Compensation based on experience/knowledge and is paid on flat rate hours. Royal Oak Ford is seeking a state certi…
$26 per hour
Travel Welders - LOCATED IN ALMA, MIGHIGAN!!! This is a PER DIEM welding position Pay: $26/hr + $150 per diem Contract Duration: 1-2 year to direct Shift: 1st and 2nd (working 15+hrs of OT/week) Per-Diem: $150/day Job De…
$19.03 - $25 per hour
Job Title: B9 - Fabricator I - PM Shift Location: Allen Park, MI Zip Code: 48101 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $19.03 - $25/hr. Keyword's: #AllenParkjobs; #Fabricatorjobs; Start Date: Immediate We provide a competitive p…
$20.77 - $24.44 per hour
Job Title: B9 - Automotive Build Technician I (Copy) Location: Allen Park, MI Zip Code: 48101 Duration: 12 Months Pay Rate: $20.77 - $24.44/hr. Keyword's: #AllenParkjobs; #BuildTechnicianjobs; Start Date: Immediate We pr…
Location: Masters Millwork, LLC – Madison Heights, MI A rapidly growing commercial architectural millwork company which fabricates custom plastic laminate and solid surface cabinets, countertops, reception desks, and wal…
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What welders earn in Detroit
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $17–$22 | $35k–$46k |
| Journeyman | $22–$29 | $45k–$60k |
| Master / Lead | $28–$40 | $58k–$84k |
Adjusted for the Detroit market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
MIG, TIG, and stick weldingBlueprint and weld symbol readingFit-up and fabricationGrinding and prepMeasurement and layoutMetallurgy basicsWelding safety and PPEAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which processes and positions are you certified in?
Be exact: process, position (such as 3G or 6G), and the code, like AWS D1.1. Offer to take a weld test on the spot; most shops will give one anyway.
How do you prepare a joint for a clean structural weld?
Cover cleaning to bright metal, bevel and gap per the WPS, and proper fit-up and tacking. Prep discipline predicts x-ray results.
What do you check when your welds start getting porosity?
Walk the causes: gas flow and leaks, contaminated base metal, wire or electrode condition, drafts. Systematic beats trial and error.
Tell me about the tightest-tolerance fabrication you have done.
Describe the part, the tolerance, and how you controlled distortion with sequencing, clamping, or heat management.
How do you read a WPS, and why does it matter?
Explain that it sets the qualified parameters: process, filler, amperage, position. Working inside it keeps the weld, and the certification, valid.
What is your experience with inspection, like bend tests or x-ray?
Give your pass rates if you know them, and describe fixing a failed test. Owning results shows shop maturity.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For welders specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List AWS certifications precisely: code, process, and position, such as D1.1 3G/4G FCAW.
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State your processes with hours or years each: MIG, TIG, stick, flux-core.
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Name the materials you weld: carbon steel, stainless, aluminum, or exotic alloys.
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Quantify quality with x-ray or bend-test pass rates on pipe or structural work.
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Mention fabrication skills beyond the arc: fit-up, layout, and print reading.
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Include industry context, such as structural steel, pipeline, shipyard, or production fab.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Welder Trainee
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Welder
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Certified Welder
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Welding Inspector (CWI) or Shop Lead
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