Entry-Level Welder|$28/hr
Company
Helion Group
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
28 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed
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Job Description
We are hiring a Welder for a high-volume production environment in Wood Dale.
Requirements
• MUST pass weld test
• Recent Welding Trade School degree/certification required
• Experience or training in MIG & TIG welding
• Comfortable welding thin material
• Able to read blueprints
• Experience using calipers and micrometers
Responsibilities
• MIG & TIG production welding on thin-gauge metal parts
• Build products such as shelves, tables, cabinets, and store fixtures
• Read blueprints and assemble/weld parts using JIGs
• Tack and finish welds to print specifications
• Maintain quality and production output standards
Training & Expectations
• First month includes hands-on training and shadowing with the lead welder
• By the end of the first month, candidates should be able to independently read blueprints and fabricate completed products
Benefits:
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and looking to grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Requirements
• MUST pass weld test
• Recent Welding Trade School degree/certification required
• Experience or training in MIG & TIG welding
• Comfortable welding thin material
• Able to read blueprints
• Experience using calipers and micrometers
Responsibilities
• MIG & TIG production welding on thin-gauge metal parts
• Build products such as shelves, tables, cabinets, and store fixtures
• Read blueprints and assemble/weld parts using JIGs
• Tack and finish welds to print specifications
• Maintain quality and production output standards
Training & Expectations
• First month includes hands-on training and shadowing with the lead welder
• By the end of the first month, candidates should be able to independently read blueprints and fabricate completed products
Benefits:
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
Ideal candidates are dependable, detail-oriented, and looking to grow in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Pay: From $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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.
