Structural Welder
Company
Structural Technologies
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via ZipRecruiter
Job Description
STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES develops and integrates products, engineering support, repair and maintenance services to provide value-added solutions to owners, engineers and contractors. We provide specialty contracting services through our contracting companies, and state-of-the-art proprietary products and engineering support services through our technologies company. With over 2,500 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets, we serve the Commercial, Public, Transportation Industrial, and Power markets to tackle the toughest construction challenges. STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES is the in-house engineering business line of Structural Group.
STRUCTURAL is hiring for Concrete Welders / Techs
Construction duties may include:
• Stick / Flux Core Welding
• Welding Assistance
• Read / Follow Blueprints
• Concrete demolition
• Concrete placement and finishing
• Formwork / carpentry
• Rebar replacement
• Caulking
• Expansion joints
• Coating application
• Carbon Fiber installation
Candidates should have experience working in Industrial Plants and Refineries. Individuals ideally will have 2+ years of experience however we are willing to train. Employees must provide their own reliable transportation to travel to and from job sites.
Must be willing to travel.
About us:
• STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with over 1,000 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets.
• STRUCTURAL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.
• STRUCTURAL offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), vacation, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.
• STRUCTURAL is a drug-free workplace. We will conduct pre-employment drug testing on all employees.
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
EOE/M/F/D/V
Structural Technologies is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. EOE/M/F/D/V
STRUCTURAL is hiring for Concrete Welders / Techs
Construction duties may include:
• Stick / Flux Core Welding
• Welding Assistance
• Read / Follow Blueprints
• Concrete demolition
• Concrete placement and finishing
• Formwork / carpentry
• Rebar replacement
• Caulking
• Expansion joints
• Coating application
• Carbon Fiber installation
Candidates should have experience working in Industrial Plants and Refineries. Individuals ideally will have 2+ years of experience however we are willing to train. Employees must provide their own reliable transportation to travel to and from job sites.
Must be willing to travel.
About us:
• STRUCTURAL offers a wide range of specialty repair and maintenance services and is the largest concrete repair contractor in the United States, with over 1,000 employees working from locations nationwide and in select international markets.
• STRUCTURAL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality.
• STRUCTURAL offers competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), vacation, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.
• STRUCTURAL is a drug-free workplace. We will conduct pre-employment drug testing on all employees.
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
EOE/M/F/D/V
Structural Technologies is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. EOE/M/F/D/V
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $27.50 as of May 2026. The 10th percentile earns $18.75 per hour while the 90th percentile earns $38.20 per hour in the same period.
How many hours per week can welders legally work before overtime applies in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate after 40 hours in a workweek for non-exempt welders under the FLSA as of 2026. Standard shifts are limited to 8 hours per day in most union contracts covering welders.
What education and certification are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states that a high school diploma plus a 6-12 month postsecondary welding certificate is the typical entry requirement as of 2026. AWS D1.1 certification is mandatory for 78 percent of structural welding positions.
Which documents are needed to apply for welder positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9, state-issued photo ID, and Social Security card to DOL-registered employers as of 2026. Welding certifications and OSHA 10-hour card copies are also required for federal contract jobs.
