DAYSHIFT WELDER
Company
Tradesmen International
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
22–40 an hour
Posted
5 days ago
Via
via Jooble
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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.
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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