DAYSHIFT WELDER

DAYSHIFT WELDER


Company
Tradesmen International
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
22–40 an hour
Posted
5 days ago
Via
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Job Description
Welder Position

Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified trade professionals for current and future projects in and around Chicago, IL. Most positions are first shift with a pay scale of $22-40/hour based on experience and skill level. If you are a welder and want to work alongside other proven craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity, and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career!

MIG, TIG, flux, stick & structural welding

Repair welding

Pipe & mechanical

Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry.
• Health insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan

Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability.

Be safe from fraud! Tradesmen International will never ask you to pay for certifications, equipment, or other "up front" costs as a condition of hire. Similarly, we do not request pictures of documents or IDs to private phone numbers or email addresses. If in doubt, please call or visit your closest Tradesmen office to verify the request.

Tradesmen International, Inc.

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Q What is the federal minimum wage and overtime rate for truck drivers in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for drivers is $7.25 per hour in 2026 with overtime required at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt employees. Most interstate truck drivers must also follow FMCSA hours-of-service rules limiting driving to 11 hours per day. Employers must pay at least this rate regardless of state variations.
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As per U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, foreign drivers typically need an H-2B visa for non-agricultural temporary work or a TN visa under USMCA for Canadian or Mexican citizens with a valid CDL. Applicants must have a job offer from a U.S. employer who files Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee as of 2026. The visa allows stays up to 3 years with possible extensions.
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