Welders for hire in Grand Rapids, MI

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  • Most popular skills

    Welding7%
    Communication Skills5%
    Heavy Lifting4%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED75%
    Vocational or technical training11%
    Associate's degree9%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year6%
    1-2 years10%
    3-5 years18%
  • Current company

    A P E C (Automated process equipment corp )
    All Bending and tubular products
    Altron Automation
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year13%
    1-2 years20%
    2-5 years33%

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Last updated: Aug 30, 2026

Welder: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Grand Rapids, MI: $47,888 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $37,398$61,321 yearly

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  • Mig Welder

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    ForkliftChauffeur's PermitASE Medium-Heavy Truck CertificationMaterial Handling Equipment OperationConstruction ExperienceConstruction Site Experience+10 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsCleaningHousekeeping AssistanceMIG WeldingWelding
  • Welder/Fabricator

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    OSHA Safety CertificationEPA CertificationDriver's LicenseWelding CertificationForklift CertificationAWS D1.1 Endorsement+1 more

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsBrake RepairWelding
  • Welder/Fabricator

    Wyoming, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Firearms LicenseDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Armed Security LicenseTWIC CardConcealed Carry Permit+9 more

    Skills

    Lift TruckForkliftHi-LoRF ScannerMaterials HandlingOrder Picking
  • Maintenance Mechanic

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Chauffeur's PermitASE CertificationDriver's LicenseWelding CertificationAWS D1.1 Endorsement

    Skills

    Customer ServiceCustomer SupportData EntrySalesManagementMillwright
  • Welder/Fabricator

    Wyoming, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseWelding CertificationAWS D1.1 EndorsementForklift Certification

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsMechanical KnowledgePower ToolsQuality ControlBasic Math
  • Trades Foreman

    Grand Rapids, Michigan

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDDriver's LicenseOSHA 10CPR

    Skills

    Mechanic ExperienceSupervising ExperienceConstruction InspectionHeavy Equipment OperationHydraulicsTIG Welding

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What's the average time to fill a welder role?

The average time to fill a welder role is 73 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do welders tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a welder include: welding, communication skills and heavy lifting.

What licenses or certifications are common for a welder?

Common licenses or certifications for welders include: Driver's License, Welding Certification and Forklift Certification.

What are some job titles related to welders?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to welders include: welder/fabricator, welder/wire EDM specialist and press operator/welder.

What level of education is common for a welder?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a welder in Grand Rapids, MI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a welder?

Most welders have 12 years of professional experience.

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