Weld Technician - St. Johns Area

Weld Technician | St. Johns, MI

Salary Range: $45,000 - $70,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in weld technician? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in St. Johns seeking experienced Weld Technicians to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in St. Johns that are adding Weld Technicians to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform welding operations according to specifications and blueprints.
• Inspect and test welds for quality and adherence to standards.
• Maintain welding equipment and ensure proper functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve welding-related issues.
• Prepare materials and surfaces for welding.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines during all welding activities.
• Document welding processes and results as required.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in various welding processes (e.g., MIG, TIG, Stick) within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and welding symbols.
• Knowledge of welding safety procedures and best practices.
• Ability to perform quality control checks on welds and identify defects.
• Experience with common welding equipment and tools, including maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Certification from a recognized welding program or equivalent experience.

Bonus Qualifications

• - Experience with automated welding processes (e.g., robotic welding, submerged arc welding)
• - Certification in specific welding processes (e.g., AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3)
• - Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex blueprints and weld symbols
• - Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods and interpretation

Job Titles That Should Apply

Welder, Certified Welder, Structural Welder, Pipe Welder, TIG Welder, MIG Welder, Stick Welder, AWS Welder, Fabrication Welder, Manufacturing Welder, Industrial Welder, Shipyard Welder, Metal Fabricator, Fitter Welder, Welder Fitter, Welder Assembler, Welder Operator, Welding Specialist, Welding Inspector, Welding Supervisor, Welding Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.