The Kelly Group is seeking a Fitter/Welder for its Decatur, Illinois, location and work in the surrounding area. Candidates should own their own hand tools and have a minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience working with process pipe, preferably in the grain industry. This position requires the ability to perform these essential duties: • Install piping systems by measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, threading, soldering and gluing using hand tools and equipment • Read and interpret blueprints, process flow diagrams, sketches and product specifications • Generate materials lists by selecting types and sizes of pipes, supports and related materials according to job specifications, drawings or isometrics • Pass a bend test on a 2-inch schedule 160 carbon steel pipe in 6G position using gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW, TIG, Heliarc) root and hot pass and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW, stick) fill and cap to become certified • Complete work using safe work practices Other preferred qualifications sought include: • OSHA 10-hour or equivalent training • Industrial construction experience • Familiarity with AWS, ASME and other welding codes and practices • Ability to travel, requiring staying out of town for multiple weeks at a time The Kelly Group offers a complete benefits package, including: • Comprehensive group medical, Rx, dental and vision coverage • Health care and dependent care pre-tax flexible spending account options • Paid life/AD&D insurance • Short-term and long-term disability • 401(k) retirement plan option with employer match • Paid time off and paid vacation • Paid holidays EEO STATEMENT The Kelly Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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.
