Welder

Welder

Chicago, United States

Company
RINGWOOD COMPANY
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
34 an hour
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Welder – Bedford Park, IL

Weld-Rite Services, Inc. is an industrial metal fabrication company serving the Chicago area since 1946. We are known for our high quality of work along with extensive knowledge in all phases of our field.

Our partnered companies Ringwood Company (ringwoodstarchmix.com) and Ducker Ringwood Automation LLC (ducker-ringwood.com) are international equipment manufacturing companies. We build conveying systems, material handling systems, environmental systems and starch adhesive systems designed for the corrugated box industry.

We currently have an opening for a Welder. This position requires a qualified incumbent with a good attitude and a desire to progress and improve their skills while taking on new projects.

Qualifications/Requirements

· MIG, TIG, and Stick welding skills

· Need basic tools and equipment for this position

· Read, interpret, and understand blueprints and assemble weldments accurately

· Use of power tools (i.e., drills, saws, and hand grinders)

· Dependent of job order, you must be able to work standing, kneeling, bending, reaching. Stooping, walking.

· Each approved candidate will be tested on the abilities during the hiring process

· Pass a certification test

· Must be able to read, write and understand English

· Must pass all required screenings (background, drug and physical and lift screenings)

· Valid Driver’s License in good standing

We Are Offering

· A clean and safe work environment

· Compensation and Benefits (i.e., healthcare, vacation, PTO, holidays, 401k, and other).

· One shift only shop (Monday through Friday, sometimes Saturdays as needed).

Apply through this job board

Weld-Rite Services offers a generous salary and benefits package.

We are located near Midway Airport.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Pay: From $34.00 per hour

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Welder Jobs in United States

Q What is the starting hourly wage for entry-level welders in the US in 2026?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the 10th percentile hourly wage for welders at $18.65 as of 2026 projections from May 2023 data adjusted for 3.5% annual growth. Entry-level positions in manufacturing start at $38,800 annually. Experienced welders reach $25.40 median hourly or $52,800 yearly.
Q What work visa do foreign welders need to work in the US in 2026?
USCIS requires H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural welder jobs, with a FY2026 statutory cap of 66,000 visas plus up to 64,716 supplemental visas approved by Congress. Employers must obtain DOL temporary labor certification via Form ETA-9142B. Permanent options include EB-3 visas requiring DOL PERM labor certification.
Q What education and experience qualify me for welder jobs in the US?
A high school diploma or GED is required, plus completion of a DOL-registered apprenticeship program of at least 2,000 hours over 12-24 months. No prior experience needed for entry-level apprenticeships starting at age 16. Vocational training from community colleges meets eligibility for most positions.
Q What documents do I need to apply for welder jobs or apprenticeships?
Submit a resume, high school diploma or GED, proof of age (18+ for most), and any welding certifications via Apprenticeship.gov or employer portals. For federal jobs, include DD-214 for veterans. Background check consent form is standard for safety-sensitive roles.
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