Skilled Trades

Skilled Trades Staffing for Employers Who Can't Afford to Wait

Certified, Experienced Tradespeople Ready To Keep Your Operation Running.

A skilled trades opening can sit unfilled for weeks while your team absorbs the workload. The Advance Group’s skilled trades staffing connects you with welders, maintenance technicians, and CNC machinists who bring real training and hands-on experience to the job.

OUR COVERAGE

Skilled Trades Roles We Staff

Skilled trades require real training and hands-on experience. We understand the certifications and expertise each role demands.

Background
Welding & Machining
We connect employers with the tradespeople who build and program the equipment your line depends on.
✓ Welders ✓ CNC machinists ✓ CNC programmers ✓ Machine builders
Background (1)
Maintenance & Mechanical
We staff the technicians who keep equipment and facilities running.
✓ Industrial maintenance technicians ✓ Industrial mechanics ✓ Hydraulic repair technicians ✓ Reliability engineers
Background (2)
Specialty Trades & Equipment
We fill specialty roles in panel wiring, finishing, and heavy equipment.
✓ Panel wiring technicians ✓ Industrial painters ✓ Heavy equipment operators ✓ Electricians
Skilled Trades Hiring Trends Our Recruiters Are Tracking Across NW Ohio and SE Michigan.

What's Happening in the Region Right Now

The skilled trades shortage is playing out locally, showing up in real hiring timelines for employers across the region.

Welding & Fabrication

We connect employers with welders certified across multiple processes and industries.

  • Certified welders (MIG, TIG, stick)
  • Structural fabricators
  • Pipe fitters
  • Industrial painters and finishers
Maintenance & Mechanical

We staff the technicians who keep equipment and facilities running.

  • Industrial maintenance technicians
  • Panel wiring specialists
  • Mechanics and millwrights
  • Hydraulic and equipment repair specialists
Heavy Equipment & Operations

We fill roles for experienced operators and equipment specialists.

  • Heavy equipment operators
  • CNC machinists and programmers
  • Machine builders and installers
  • Reliability and equipment engineers
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What Employers in the Trades Say

See How Employers In The Trades Describe Working With Our Team.

Derrick is doing fantastic! He has been very punctual and more than willing to learn any new machines and procedures that he has the opportunity to be taught. His production numbers are above average; he always comes to work with a positive attitude and asks all the right questions when he needs guidance on any problems he may be facing that day. I can foresee him being an excellent addition to the ProVeyance team in the future.

John

Department Lead, ProVeyance

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you verify certifications and licenses?

Yes. We verify relevant certifications, licenses, and experience before presenting any candidate for a skilled trades role.

Can you staff highly specialized trade positions?

Yes. We recruit for specialized and technical trade roles, understanding both the certifications required and the demands of the job itself.

How do you find experienced tradespeople in a tight market?

We've built an active network over 35+ years in the region, along with a strong referral program, so we can reach experienced tradespeople even when the market is tight.

How quickly can you fill a skilled trades position?

Timelines vary depending on the certification and experience required, but our goal is always to move quickly without sacrificing quality.

Yes. We verify relevant certifications, licenses, and experience before presenting any candidate for a skilled trades role.

Yes. We recruit for specialized and technical trade roles, understanding both the certifications required and the demands of the job itself.

We’ve built an active network over 35+ years in the region, along with a strong referral program, so we can reach experienced tradespeople even when the market is tight.

Timelines vary depending on the certification and experience required, but our goal is always to move quickly without sacrificing quality.

Local. Experienced. Ready to Help.

Contact The Advanced Group

For over 35 years, we've connected employers and job seekers across Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan, backed by WBENC and CSP certifications. Whatever brings you here, our local team is ready to help.

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