Overview Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Madison, WI. Most positions are first shift with a pay scale of $22-24/hour based on experience & skill level. If you are a Welder and want to work alongside other proven Craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope: • MIG, TIG, Stick & Structural Welding • Air Arc • Repair Welding • Pipe & Mechanical • Flat/Vertical Carbon Steel Requirements: • * Basic Tools for the Trade • Proper PPE must be worn: Have your own Hood and Gloves/Leathers Qualifications Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan • Incentive programs • Tool purchase programs & MORE! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website.
See More Details >>At EK Machine, we know anything is possible when you’ve got the right people, the right resources, and the right frame of mind. All we need is you! SUMMARY: EK is looking for a full-time Welder ready to work hard and build their welding experience with our team. We need a Welder that can weld on a wide variety of metals and alloys plus navigate blueprints and directions successfully. Who is ready to take their welding skills to the next level? BENEFITS: $3,000 Sign on Bonus! Health, Dental, Vision, company paid for short term disability, and more! Birthday Pay and 6 paid Holidays! 2 weeks paid Parental Leave! 80 hours of vacation in your first 6 months! And more! ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: • Schedule is Monday through Thursday, 5:00AM - 3:00PM. Plus overtime as needed. • Successfully reading and understanding American and European blueprints, geometrical call outs, and weld symbols to meet or exceed client expectations. • Using (GMAW) (MIG) to effectively weld weldments, tanks, and metal parts together per the weld process specification sheet. • We perform welding on a wide variety of metals including carbon steel. • Independently use hand layouts for weldments based on blueprints or specifications, with little to no supervision required. • Using fixtures and jigs to manufacture welded parts to customer specifications. • Assist or assisting with creating work instructions. • Completing the first piece, in process, and final inspections using calipers, height gauges, protractors, and tape measures. • Pressure testing fuel tanks and hydro testing glycol tanks. • Minimal traveling between plants and adapting to the product mix requirements at each facility. • Analyzing weld processes and recommending process improvements. REQUIREMENTS: • Proficient in MIG, (TIG, depending on company needs). • Demonstrates ability to weld in multiple positions (flat, horizontal) • Understands and adjusts weld machine settings for material type/thickness. • Can fabricate parts independently using jigs, gauges, and fixtures. • Inspects welds visually and understands basic quality standards (e.g., porosity, undercut). • Required certification or ability to pass weld qualification tests. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 1–2-year Technical Welding Degree and 1 to 2 years of experience in related welding industry (GMAW-P, GMAW-S, and GTAW) preferred. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIROMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is intermittently required to lift or carry 5 to 25 pounds; occasionally required to sit, and lift or carry 25 to 50 pounds; frequently required to climb, work with arms above shoulders, and work at heights greater than 12 feet; continuously required to speak, hear, walk, stand, kneel or squat, and have clear distance vision of greater than 20 feet; required to bend or stoop, full use of two hands, grasp or pinch, repetitive movement, work in extreme heat, and have clear close vision under 20 inches for the maximum hours during any one day of a week. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
See More Details >>Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off. Residency Requirements: Job Summary This is a traveling role that involves regular travel throughout the state of Wisconsin to support and learn about various generation plants, including coal, gas, combustion turbine, solar, wind, and battery generation facilities. This role performs varied mechanical, basic electrical and basic control and instrument maintenance activities and other duties necessary to maintain the generation facility to which they are assigned. What You Will Do • Performs the mechanical and basic electrical and basic instrument and control troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, cleaning, inspecting and constructing of equipment and systems for the generation facility. • Operates and/or obtains information from various mechanical and electrical devices used to support specific equipment diagnostics or work activities; gathers, interprets and logs data. • Is proficient in the use of machine tools and various hand powered tools as job needs dictate. • Operates mobile and heavy equipment to perform maintenance tasks. • Performs various welding activities. • Supports safety, plant reliability, productivity, and plant efficiency improvements by participating in various continuous improvement activities. • Performs all work according to established procedures and safety practices. • Performs various generating plant and shop area housekeeping functions. • Performs other duties which are similar, related, or incidental to this position. Education Requirements • High school diploma or GED Required Experience • Journey level in the mechanical trade Other Requirements • Must possess a valid driver’s license. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities • Demonstrated ability to solve problems. • Well developed skills in machining. • Knowledge of theory and skill in welding. • Knowledge of company safety rules. • High degree of mechanical and/or electrical aptitude. • Strong leadership ability. • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. • Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse work environment. Key Skills Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you. Pay Range: $51.75 - $53.95 Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site. It's not just what we do; it's how we do it. Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law. All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable. Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder in Madison, WI, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing hands-on experience and classroom learning. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with about 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. In Madison, WI, welders earn an average of $1,850 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $55,000 annually. Technical schools, community colleges, and industry programs offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
