Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. JOB DESCRIPTION: Welder Trainee – Decatur, IL Looking for an opportunity to become a welder, but do not have training? This is the opportunity for you! As a Fabrication Specialist Trainee, you will be trained to set up, operate and adjust manual and/or automatic machines to perform welding operations in all positions. Starting pay up to $28.00/hour. Welders will receive incremental increases for every 26 weeks of active work, with an opportunity to earn up to $30.10/hour. Job Duties/Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: • Perform manual finish welding operations on plain and alloy steels in all positions • Operate robotic welding equipment • Follow documented procedures and standard work to perform safe and defect free operations • Perform carbon arc cutting and gouging • Sanding may be required to dress welds • Use of jib and overhead crane to manually position work pieces Required Qualifications: • Must be able to pass multiple welder qualification tests during the Caterpillar provided training • Ability to gain welder certification upon completion of classroom and hands on weld school training • Ability to become a qualified welder • Ability to perform simple computer operations • Ability to work overtime to support production demands Desired Qualifications: • One (1) to three (3) years of GMAW welding experience • Technical school or equal educational background in mechanical or similar discipline • Experience using GMAW with 0.045” or larger wire • Experience welding ½” or greater thickness material Top Candidates will also possess: • Good communication skills and strong commitment to safety and teamwork • Ability to work well individually or in a team environment Additional Information: • This is a Full Time Position located at the Caterpillar manufacturing facility located in Decatur, IL • Shifts: 2nd or 3rd shift available • Welders may be placed on any shift, dependent on business needs dictate, and in some areas required to work an alternate work schedule. • No relocation package is available • Must be able to pass welder qualification requirements during the Caterpillar provided training by a Certified Welding Educator (CWE), Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or approved personnel • Safety is a core value at Caterpillar. We owe it to our employees and families to work in a safe and secure workplace. All candidates for employment must successfully pass a preemployment drug screen for prohibited substances. Please ensure you frequently check the email account you provided on your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method in our recruiting process. Caterpillar is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S. which can be found through our employment website at www.caterpillar.com/careers For more information, visit caterpillar.com. To connect with us on social media, visit caterpillar.com/social-media Summary Pay Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. • Medical, dental, and vision benefits* • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* • 401(k) savings plans* • Health Savings Account (HSA)* • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)* • Health Lifestyle Programs* • Employee Assistance Program* • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts* • Career Development* • Incentive bonus* • Disability benefits • Life Insurance • Parental leave • Adoption benefits • Tuition Reimbursement • These benefits also apply to part-time employees Posting Dates: July 15, 2025 - September 14, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community.
See More Details >>Company Information A-Lert Construction Services, a division of Centurion Industries, Inc., provides heavy industrial construction, maintenance, fabrication and repair services throughout the U.S. in such diverse processing industries as corn and oilseeds, food, meat, chemical, energy cogeneration and biofuels, wood pulp/paper/fiber products, and more. With over 800 employees and eight offices in six states, A-Lert stands ready to serve the needs of industrial clients throughout the U.S. At A-Lert, we believe our employees are our greatest business asset, and we work hard to help them develop to be their best, to recognize them for their talents, and to provide opportunities to advance their construction career. Job Summary: A-Lert Construction Services is hiring MIG and TIG welders to join the team in our Decatur, IL Shop. You must be able to set up the equipment and clamp, grind, or bolt the materials into the proper position before welding. You will also inspect the final products for quality, so you should be able to read and interpret blueprints and other technical drawings. Applicants must be able to pass an MIG weld test. Primary Duties: • Set up welding equipment • Weld steel and aluminum according to blueprints • Clamp, grind, tack-weld, or bolt components into position before welding • Inspect final products for quality standards • Troubleshoot issues with welding equipment • Maintain a clean and safe work area Minimum Qualifications: • High school diploma or GED certificate • Credentialed MIG welders preferred • At least one year MIG welding experience • Physically must be able to : See detail in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes or shadings; and work easily and skillfully with hands. Lift and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Stand for long periods. Stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl to reach hard to get at work areas; and use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects. Other Requirements • Must pass weld test • Successfully pass Pre-Employment Drug Screen, Criminal Background, Physical Exam, Customer Security Check, E-Verify, Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable), other assessments (if applicable) • Attendance – Must be available when scheduled for work Pay & Benefits • Pay $25-$28 an hour • Comprehensive Group Medical, Rx, Dental, & Vision Coverage • Paid Life/AD&D • Short Term & Long-Term Disability • 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match • PTO • Paid Holidays • Flexible Healthcare & Dependent Care Pre-Tax Spending Plans • Years of Service Awards • Employee Assistance Program • Sons & Daughters Scholarships • Voluntary Auto and Home Insurance Discounts Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: (620) 378-4131 Email: alumley@centurionind.com Centurion Industries, Inc. bases all of its personnel decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting, on the basis of individual qualifications and merit, without unlawful regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English – Spanish – Arabic - Chinese
See More Details >>Company Information A-Lert Construction Services, a division of Centurion Industries, Inc., provides heavy industrial construction, maintenance, fabrication and repair services throughout the U.S. in such diverse processing industries as corn and oilseeds, food, meat, chemical, energy cogeneration and biofuels, wood pulp/paper/fiber products, and more. With over 800 employees and eight offices in six states, A-Lert stands ready to serve the needs of industrial clients throughout the U.S. At A-Lert, we believe our employees are our greatest business asset, and we work hard to help them develop to be their best, to recognize them for their talents, and to provide opportunities to advance their construction career. Job Summary Lays out, fits, and welds fabricated, cast, and forged components to assemble structural forms, such as tanks, pressure vessels, furnace shells, and building and bridge parts. A structural welder will cut, repair, and assemble girders, beams, column, and other building components to form complete structures. Must have the ability to read and interpret spoolsheets, schematics, and other structural diagrams. Job duties may include completing repairs of metal structures. Minimum Qualifications • Strong work history • Welding experience is a must • Physically, workers must minimally be able to: • See well from a distance and at close range (either naturally or with correction) • Push, pull, lift, carry, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl or work at heights as required • Lift 50+ pounds • Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure • Ability to convert decimals • Ability to read prints, layout, fit, and weld components together • Able to work overtime • Ability to use hand tools • Some equipment set-up and operation may be required • Accomplish all functions as assigned by management Other Requirements • Successfully pass Pre-Employment Drug Screen, Criminal Background, Physical Exam, Customer Security Check, E-Verify, Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable), other assessments (if applicable) • Attendance – Must be available when scheduled for work • Must be able to use time effectively and productively • Must perform quality, accurate, complete, well-organized, concise, analytical and well-articulated work • Must be able to communicate, understand and follow directions Pay & Benefits • Pay $27-$32 an hour • Comprehensive Group Medical, Rx, Dental, & Vision Coverage • Paid Life/AD&D • Short Term & Long-Term Disability • 401K Retirement Plan with Employer Match • PTO • Paid Holidays • Flexible Healthcare & Dependent Care Pre-Tax Spending Plans • Years of Service Awards • Employee Assistance Program • Sons & Daughters Scholarships • Voluntary Auto and Home Insurance Discounts Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: (620) 378-4131 Email: alumley@centurionind.com Centurion Industries, Inc. bases all of its personnel decisions, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting, on the basis of individual qualifications and merit, without unlawful regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you want to view the Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal poster, please choose your language: English – Spanish – Arabic - Chinese
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Decatur, IL, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, offering a blend of practical skills and theoretical knowledge. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 402,333 welders employed nationwide, with Decatur, IL, contributing to this robust workforce. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a steady growth in the welding sector, with estimates ranging from 2% to 3% over the next few years. Welders in Decatur, IL, earn an average of $1,000 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $50,000 annually. Training programs, apprenticeships, and industry certifications are available through various technical schools and community colleges, providing pathways to a stable and lucrative career in welding.
