Welder
Company
RINGWOOD COMPANY
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
34 an hour
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Welder – Bedford Park, IL
Weld-Rite Services, Inc. is an industrial metal fabrication company serving the Chicago area since 1946. We are known for our high quality of work along with extensive knowledge in all phases of our field.
Our partnered companies Ringwood Company (ringwoodstarchmix.com) and Ducker Ringwood Automation LLC (ducker-ringwood.com) are international equipment manufacturing companies. We build conveying systems, material handling systems, environmental systems and starch adhesive systems designed for the corrugated box industry.
We currently have an opening for a Welder. This position requires a qualified incumbent with a good attitude and a desire to progress and improve their skills while taking on new projects.
Qualifications/Requirements
· MIG, TIG, and Stick welding skills
· Need basic tools and equipment for this position
· Read, interpret, and understand blueprints and assemble weldments accurately
· Use of power tools (i.e., drills, saws, and hand grinders)
· Dependent of job order, you must be able to work standing, kneeling, bending, reaching. Stooping, walking.
· Each approved candidate will be tested on the abilities during the hiring process
· Pass a certification test
· Must be able to read, write and understand English
· Must pass all required screenings (background, drug and physical and lift screenings)
· Valid Driver’s License in good standing
We Are Offering
· A clean and safe work environment
· Compensation and Benefits (i.e., healthcare, vacation, PTO, holidays, 401k, and other).
· One shift only shop (Monday through Friday, sometimes Saturdays as needed).
Apply through this job board
Weld-Rite Services offers a generous salary and benefits package.
We are located near Midway Airport.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Weld-Rite Services, Inc. is an industrial metal fabrication company serving the Chicago area since 1946. We are known for our high quality of work along with extensive knowledge in all phases of our field.
Our partnered companies Ringwood Company (ringwoodstarchmix.com) and Ducker Ringwood Automation LLC (ducker-ringwood.com) are international equipment manufacturing companies. We build conveying systems, material handling systems, environmental systems and starch adhesive systems designed for the corrugated box industry.
We currently have an opening for a Welder. This position requires a qualified incumbent with a good attitude and a desire to progress and improve their skills while taking on new projects.
Qualifications/Requirements
· MIG, TIG, and Stick welding skills
· Need basic tools and equipment for this position
· Read, interpret, and understand blueprints and assemble weldments accurately
· Use of power tools (i.e., drills, saws, and hand grinders)
· Dependent of job order, you must be able to work standing, kneeling, bending, reaching. Stooping, walking.
· Each approved candidate will be tested on the abilities during the hiring process
· Pass a certification test
· Must be able to read, write and understand English
· Must pass all required screenings (background, drug and physical and lift screenings)
· Valid Driver’s License in good standing
We Are Offering
· A clean and safe work environment
· Compensation and Benefits (i.e., healthcare, vacation, PTO, holidays, 401k, and other).
· One shift only shop (Monday through Friday, sometimes Saturdays as needed).
Apply through this job board
Weld-Rite Services offers a generous salary and benefits package.
We are located near Midway Airport.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Pay: From $34.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 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 January 2026 including overtime rates?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the median hourly wage for welders at $28.45 as of January 2026 with time-and-a-half overtime required after 40 hours under FLSA rules. Welders in manufacturing earn an additional $4.20 per hour on average for night shifts. Annual median earnings reach $59,176 for full-time roles.
How many hours per week can welders legally work in the United States without overtime pay in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the standard workweek at 40 hours with overtime at 1.5 times the regular rate required after that threshold in 2026. Welders on federal contracts receive double time for hours over 48 in a workweek. Paid sick leave of up to 56 hours annually applies under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions.
What education and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics states a high school diploma plus 6-12 months of postsecondary welding training or apprenticeship is required for 2026 entry-level positions. Three years of documented experience is mandatory for structural welding roles under AWS D1.1 standards referenced by DOL. Certification in SMAW or GMAW processes must be completed before hire.
What documents are required to apply for welder positions through U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeships in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form ETA-671, high school transcripts, and proof of U.S. work authorization to DOL-registered programs by March 2026 deadlines. A valid driver's license and negative drug test results from a SAMHSA-certified lab are mandatory. Background checks via FBI fingerprinting are required for nuclear or pipeline welding tracks.
