Maintenance Welder
Listed on 2026-08-16
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Manufacturing / Production
Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG, Fabrication
Maintenance Welder
This role focuses on welding and fabricating a variety of production and maintenance parts used in generators, valves, ovens, dishwashers, and automotive components. You will primarily perform MIG welding on 16-gauge materials, ensuring strong, precise welds that meet quality and blueprint specifications while working in a clean, friendly, and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities- Perform MIG welding (.032–.035 wire) on 16-gauge materials for a wide range of parts, including components used in generators, valves, ovens, dishwashers, and automotive vehicles.
- Interpret and follow blueprints and technical drawings to fabricate and weld parts to exact specifications.
- Use fabrication equipment and hand tools to cut, shape, and assemble metal components as required.
- Work with materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and brass, ensuring proper weld techniques for each material.
- Measure and inspect parts using calipers, height gauges, and other precision tools to verify dimensional accuracy and quality.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, following all shop standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with team members and communicate effectively to meet production goals and deadlines.
- Perform basic troubleshooting on welds and fabricated parts, making adjustments to improve fit, finish, and structural integrity.
- Support maintenance and production needs by welding and fabricating replacement or custom parts as required.
- 1–2+ years of MIG welding experience, including MIG aluminum work.
- Proficiency in MIG welding with.
032–.035 wire on 16-gauge material. - Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
- Experience with stainless steel welding and fabrication.
- Skill in using precision measuring tools such as calipers and height gauges.
- Hands-on experience working with metals including copper, brass, and aluminum.
Skills & Qualifications
- TIG welding experience with aluminum is a strong plus.
- Experience operating fabrication equipment is highly desirable.
- Background in general fabrication, including cutting, forming, and assembling metal parts.
- Comfort working with a variety of metals such as copper, brass, aluminum, and stainless steel.
You will work in a clean, small, and friendly facility that values a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Team members enjoy a positive culture with additional bonus opportunities offered multiple times throughout the year, recognizing strong performance and contribution. The environment emphasizes respect, collaboration, and work-life balance, creating a place where skilled tradespeople can feel appreciated and thrive.
Work EnvironmentThis position is on 2nd shift, typically running from 2:20 p.m. to 10:20 p.m. The facility is clean, relaxed, and friendly, providing a comfortable setting for focused welding and fabrication work. You will use standard welding and fabrication equipment along with precision measuring tools such as calipers and height gauges, working with materials including stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and brass. The atmosphere supports steady, quality-focused work while encouraging teamwork and open communication.
JobType & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Germantown, WI.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $19.00 - $26.00/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Germantown, WI.
Final date to receive applicationsThis position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.
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