Welder/Fabricator/Fitter
Company
ADIENTONE INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
21.51 an hour
Posted
1 day ago
Via
Indeed
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Job Description
Note: Shift: 1st shift 6:00am - 2:30pm (1) 30-minute unpaid lunch
Additional Skills: Capable of reading a tape measure
Job Description: Environment: Non-climate controlled, can get very hot (not air-conditioned).
Must haves:
• 6-8 months recent machinery, band saws, automatic welding machines.
• Ability to use and understand tape measures. Use of Gauges for quality checks
• 6-8 months experience in mechanical background
Responsibilities:
• Move loose or bundled pipe within the shop and yard.
• Assemble pipe orders (single sticks or bundles) and maintain organized work supplies.
• Follow safety precautions for fabricating, cutting, assembling, stacking, and shipping pipe.
• Operate powered industrial equipment per OSHA guidelines and Ferguson procedures.
• Set up and maintain machines for pipe fabrication.
• Measure, record, and add random pipe lengths accurately.
• Measure and cut pipe using band saws or torches.
• Thread and bevel pipe using Landis machines.
• Inspect and maintain forklift equipment.
Qualifications:
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong math skills for calculating product quantities.
• Knowledge of safe work practices in the pipe yard.
• Experience with machinery for cutting and threading pipe (training provided).
• Results-focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of reading a tape measure accurately.
• Good computer skills for automated machinery.
• 6-8 months recent experience with machinery such as pipe threaders, band saws, roll groove machines, plasma cutting, automatic welding machines, and pneumatic banders.
• Ability to sort/shift pipe ranging from ½” to 10”.
• Preferred experience in fire sprinkler pipe fabrication (6-8 months).
Additional Considerations:
Candidates with backgrounds in auto mechanics, machinery maintenance, automotive lines, diesel, or farm equipment are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $21.51 per hour
Benefits:
• Life insurance
Application Question(s):
• Note- The Job is located at Glendale Heights, IL 60139, Are you comfortable to commute?
Work Location: On the road
Additional Skills: Capable of reading a tape measure
Job Description: Environment: Non-climate controlled, can get very hot (not air-conditioned).
Must haves:
• 6-8 months recent machinery, band saws, automatic welding machines.
• Ability to use and understand tape measures. Use of Gauges for quality checks
• 6-8 months experience in mechanical background
Responsibilities:
• Move loose or bundled pipe within the shop and yard.
• Assemble pipe orders (single sticks or bundles) and maintain organized work supplies.
• Follow safety precautions for fabricating, cutting, assembling, stacking, and shipping pipe.
• Operate powered industrial equipment per OSHA guidelines and Ferguson procedures.
• Set up and maintain machines for pipe fabrication.
• Measure, record, and add random pipe lengths accurately.
• Measure and cut pipe using band saws or torches.
• Thread and bevel pipe using Landis machines.
• Inspect and maintain forklift equipment.
Qualifications:
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Strong math skills for calculating product quantities.
• Knowledge of safe work practices in the pipe yard.
• Experience with machinery for cutting and threading pipe (training provided).
• Results-focused in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of reading a tape measure accurately.
• Good computer skills for automated machinery.
• 6-8 months recent experience with machinery such as pipe threaders, band saws, roll groove machines, plasma cutting, automatic welding machines, and pneumatic banders.
• Ability to sort/shift pipe ranging from ½” to 10”.
• Preferred experience in fire sprinkler pipe fabrication (6-8 months).
Additional Considerations:
Candidates with backgrounds in auto mechanics, machinery maintenance, automotive lines, diesel, or farm equipment are encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $21.51 per hour
Benefits:
• Life insurance
Application Question(s):
• Note- The Job is located at Glendale Heights, IL 60139, Are you comfortable to commute?
Work Location: On the road
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.
