Welder

Welder


Company
Tradesmen International, Inc.
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
22–40 an hour
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Description:

Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Chicago, IL. Most positions are first shift with a pay scale of $22-40/hour based on experience & 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!

Job Scope:
β€’ MIG, TIG, Flux, Stick & Structural Welding
β€’ Air Arc
β€’ Repair Welding
β€’ Pipe & Mechanical
β€’ Flat/Vertical Carbon Steel

Requirements:
β€’ * Basic Tools for the Trade Proper PPE must be worn: Have your own Hood and Gloves/Leathers

Company Details:

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.

Our comprehensive benefits include:
β€’ Vacation Pay
β€’ Health insurance
β€’ 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan
β€’ Incentive programs
β€’ Tool purchase programs & MORE!

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

Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website.

Location: US-IL-CHICAGO

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
Q What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
Q What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
Q What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
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