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Independent Contractor Rig Welders Jobs in Wisconsin

Veit

Welder/Fabricator

New Berlin, WI · On-site

$19.75 - $25.25/hr

... independently at times, assuring repair decisions are made utilizing appropriate experience and ... Veit is one of the country's leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and ...

Veitusa

Welder/Fabricator

New Berlin, WI

$19.75 - $25.25/hr

Works independently and with other mechanics to complete repairs on heavy equipment as needed ... Veit is one of the country's leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and ...

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What is the difference between Independent Contractor Rig Welders vs Pipeline Welders?

AspectIndependent Contractor Rig WeldersPipeline Welders
CredentialsWelding certifications, safety trainingWelding certifications, safety training
Work EnvironmentOffshore rigs, oil fields, industrial sitesPipeline construction sites, oil and gas pipelines
Employer & IndustryContractors, oil & gas industry, industrial sectorsConstruction companies, oil & gas industry

Independent Contractor Rig Welders and Pipeline Welders both require welding certifications and safety training. While rig welders often work on offshore rigs and industrial sites as contractors, pipeline welders focus on pipeline construction and maintenance within the oil and gas industry. The main difference lies in their work environment and project types, with rig welders typically working in more mobile, offshore settings, and pipeline welders in land-based pipeline projects.

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Mechanical Systems Millwright -- Blueprint & Crane Specialist

Blast Cleaning Tech - USA

West Allis, WI • On-site

$24.75 - $32.50/hr

Other

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Mechanical Systems Millwright — Blueprint & Crane SpecialistIs this you?
  • You thrive building heavy machinery from fabricated and machined components.
  • You operate an overhead crane solo and can rig and load trucks with confidence.
  • Blueprints and schematics are your roadmap—no guesswork.
  • You’re meticulous about quality, safety, and keeping an organized work area.
What you’ll do
  • Assemble complex machinery—small to large—per prints and schematics.
  • Rig, lift, move, and load with overhead cranes independently.
  • Choose the right tools and equipment to hit production schedules.
  • Conduct final inspections to ensure all quality criteria are met.
  • Complete monthly safety training and follow safe work practices.
  • Support internal stakeholders and external customers.
  • Provide cross-coverage and backup within the assembly team.
  • Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workstation.
  • Weld as needed (nice-to-have, not required).
  • Champion BCT’s Culture and Core Values each day.
Must-haves
  • Overhead crane experience (required).
  • 3+ years in manufacturing or a comparable environment (required).
  • Effective verbal and written communication.
  • Detail orientation, thoroughness, problem-solving, and reliable follow-through.
  • Math skills: add/subtract/multiply/divide and metric conversions.
  • Foundational mechanical knowledge.
Nice-to-haves
  • Heavy industrial equipment repair experience.
  • Industrial heavy machine assembly background.
  • Hydraulics exposure.
  • Ability to weld.
Where you’ll fit

You’ll work under the direction of the Assembly Manager, collaborating closely with internal teams while delivering dependable support to external customers. Your precision, planning, and safety mindset keep production on track without sacrificing quality.

Tools & tech you may use
  • Shot Blast Machine (Viking Blast & Wash Systems, Goff, Guyson, Pangborn, Wheelabrator)