Structural Welder - $130/day per diem
Company
Craft and Technical Solutions, LLC
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
10 days ago
Via
Indeed
Apply On
Job Description
Craft and Technical Solutions is an established Marine and Industrial Staffing Company with offices nationwide. We partner with businesses and jobseekers to place qualified individuals efficiently. We are currently in need of Structural Welders to join our team with opportunities in the following states: Ohio, Missouri, Kentucky Illinois, and Louisiana
Pay Rates: $24/hr - $130/day per diem
Position Summary
As a Structural Welder you will play a critical role in constructing and assembling structural components. You must be proficient in 6010, 6011, and 7018 stick welding on 3/8" to 1/2" steel plate. Candidates should have experience in heavy-industrial environments such as fabrication shops, shipyards, or refineries. Strong blueprint reading, safety adherence, and structural assembly skills are required
Responsibilities:
• Weld and tack weld structural metal parts using appropriate welding processes and equipment, including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and/or plasma systems.
• Heat oxygen/propane heating torch.
• Perform grinding and pick up work as needed.
• Complete air carbon arc gouging.
• Properly use fillet and butt gauges.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of various metals characteristics and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
Requirements:
• Minimum 4 years of naval/commercial pulse welding experience.
• Proficient in stick welding (SMAW) using 6010, 6011, and 7018 electrodes
• Experience welding 3/8" to 1/2" structural steel plate
• Ability to read and interpret basic weld symbols, blueprints, and shop drawings
• Prior experience with fillet, groove, and lap welds on heavy structural steel preferred
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
• Pass hair follicle test and background check.
• Comfortable with heights and in confined spaces.
• Lift 50lbs without assistance.
• Must understand the layout of the ship and compartment identification.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Must be a US citizen.
CTS offers a comprehensive benefit packet to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life/Voluntary AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k
Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Craft and Technical Solutions has a consistent policy that requires an online application to be completed before we can consider you as an applicant for this position.
CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
IND2
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Pay Rates: $24/hr - $130/day per diem
Position Summary
As a Structural Welder you will play a critical role in constructing and assembling structural components. You must be proficient in 6010, 6011, and 7018 stick welding on 3/8" to 1/2" steel plate. Candidates should have experience in heavy-industrial environments such as fabrication shops, shipyards, or refineries. Strong blueprint reading, safety adherence, and structural assembly skills are required
Responsibilities:
• Weld and tack weld structural metal parts using appropriate welding processes and equipment, including SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and/or plasma systems.
• Heat oxygen/propane heating torch.
• Perform grinding and pick up work as needed.
• Complete air carbon arc gouging.
• Properly use fillet and butt gauges.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of various metals characteristics and qualities including the correct welding processes required and the effects of welding on the material.
Requirements:
• Minimum 4 years of naval/commercial pulse welding experience.
• Proficient in stick welding (SMAW) using 6010, 6011, and 7018 electrodes
• Experience welding 3/8" to 1/2" structural steel plate
• Ability to read and interpret basic weld symbols, blueprints, and shop drawings
• Prior experience with fillet, groove, and lap welds on heavy structural steel preferred
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
• Pass hair follicle test and background check.
• Comfortable with heights and in confined spaces.
• Lift 50lbs without assistance.
• Must understand the layout of the ship and compartment identification.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Must be a US citizen.
CTS offers a comprehensive benefit packet to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life/Voluntary AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k
Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Craft and Technical Solutions has a consistent policy that requires an online application to be completed before we can consider you as an applicant for this position.
CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
IND2
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 per hour
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.
