Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Health insurance • Paid time off G&H Marine Inc. – Welder / Marine Fabrication Technician G&H Marine Inc. specializes in floating docks, aluminum and permanent docks, boathouses, seawalls, rip-rap, swim platforms, marina design, and commercial waterfront structures. For over 30 years, we’ve been delivering exceptional workmanship using only top-quality materials with a commitment to customer satisfaction. Location: Decatur, IL (projects throughout Illinois & surrounding states) Position: Welder – Marine Construction Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday–Friday Team Environment: Work alongside skilled welders, craftsmen, installers, and foremen Responsibilities • Weld steel components for docks, boat lifts, and other marine structures • Assist in fabrication and assembly of custom dock sections, frames, and parts • Perform SMAW (7018 rod) welding with precision and attention to quality • Load, unload, and handle materials (lumber, aluminum, steel, hardware) • Operate power tools, grinders, and job site equipment safely • Follow blueprints or supervisor instructions to complete welding tasks • Maintain a clean and organized work area • Support service and repair work as needed • Always follow safety protocols and foreman direction Requirements • Reliable, everyday attendance is a must • Valid driver’s license required • Travel is a must – job sites vary across the region • Welding experience required (aluminum and steel preferred) • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions • Ability to work near/over/in water and follow all safety procedures • Construction or marine fabrication experience a plus • Welding certifications preferred (but not required) • Forklift certification • Positive attitude and attention to detail Why Work With Us? • Work on a wide variety of custom fabrication and waterfront construction projects • Use your welding skills to help build beautiful and functional marine structures • Supportive, family-owned company with over three decades of experience • Competitive pay based on experience • 401k Match after 90 days (4% Match) • Health Insurance after 60 days • Paid Time Off (1 hour PTO for every 40 hours worked) • Great team atmosphere and opportunities to grow Apply Today Email your resume or a brief introduction to jared@ghmarine.com or call (217)423‑6684 and ask for Jared. Learn more about us at ghmarine.com. G&H Marine Inc. is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.
See More Details >>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. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
See More Details >>Welder - Combination This person must be able to join metal parts, such as pipe or metal plates as specified by layout, blueprints, work orders, welding procedures or oral instructions through the application of heat or electric arc-welding equipment. Other duties may be assigned. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: • Uses spot welding gun or hand, electric, or gas welding equipment to weld or tack weld pieces together. • Unites pipes from torch to tanks of oxygen and fuel gas and turns valves to release mixture. • Reaching expected temperature, size, and color of flame by burning torch and adjusting flow of gas and air. • Preheats work pieces for the preparation of welding or curving, using torch. • Fills holes or corrects mistakes in lead pieces and makes bulges thin and curves in metal work pieces. • Checks the weakness of work pieces and measures work pieces with straightedge or template to ensure the piece meets specifications. • Climbs up ladders or works on scaffolds to take apart textures. • Gives signal to crane operator to lift large work pieces. • Uses thermal-cutting equipment such as flame-cutting torch or plasma-arc equipment to dismount metal assemblies or cut scrap metal. • Uses hoist, crane, wire and banding machine, or hand tools to place and protect work pieces. • In order to protect the torch chooses place of weld based on type, thickness, area, and expected temperature of metal. • Instructs and brings flame or electrodes on or across work piece to straighten, curve, dissolve, or develop metal. • Joins pieces together, covers up taut points, and adds metal to develop parts. • Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Required for this Position: Education – no minimum education requirements. Experience – 3-5 years of Journeyman level experience. • Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Industrial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. Benefits & Compensation See the “Know Your Rights” poster available in English and Spanish. About Austin Industrial Austin Industrial provides premier self-perform maintenance, construction, and soft craft service to leading industrial companies across the U.S. An industry leader for more than 60 years, we offer single-source solutions to our customers in the oil, gas, chemical, food, agriculture, power, and manufacturing industries. To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/industrial. No Third-Party Inquiries Please This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement). Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company. Accessibility Note If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs or have accessibility concerns, please contact the People Services Team at (877) 831-1217. Experience Required • 2 year(s): Must have Industrial Welding work experience Education Preferred • High School or better Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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.
