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Arcosa LWB, LLC

Weld Tech

Clinton, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Perform welding training on the shop floor and in a classroom setting as required * Assist in qualifying welding procedure specifications as required * Participate in internal improvement teams/other ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Weld Tech

Clinton, IL · On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Meyer Utility Structures (MUS) is searching for a Plant Welding Technician. In this role, you will provide the Clinton, IL utility pole manufacturing plant with welding and technical support such as ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Weld Tech

Clinton, IL

$55K - $70K/yr

Perform welding training on the shop floor and in a classroom setting as required * Assist in qualifying welding procedure specifications as required * Participate in internal improvement teams/other ...

Arcosa Inc.

Weld Tech

Clinton, IL · On-site

$55 - $70.50/hr

Clinton, IL 10000 Tabor Rd, Clinton, IL 61727, USA Overview Meyer Utility Structures (MUS) is searching for a Plant Welding Technician. In this role, you will provide the Clinton, IL utility pole ...

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Arcosa LWB, LLC

Welder

Clinton, IL

$25 - $30.36/hr

... welding skills, visual weld inspection experience, and the ability to plan the sequence of operation. Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of the infrastructure company, Arcosa, Inc. We ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Welder

Clinton, IL · On-site

$25 - $30.36/hr

... welding skills, visual weld inspection experience, and the ability to plan the sequence of operation. Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of the infrastructure company, Arcosa, Inc. We ...

Mason Manufacturing LLC

Experienced Welder

Decatur, IL

$23 - $29/hr

Efficient at Flux-Core welding with an emphasis on back-gouging * Works in a safe, efficient manner following all safety regulations * Keep accurate labor records * Clean work upon completion of each ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL

$27.50 - $30/hr

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL · On-site

$27.50 - $30/hr

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Fitter Welder_Lead

Clinton, IL · On-site

$31 - $36/hr

... welding equipment to produce high-quality work that meets specifications, safety standards, and production deadlines. Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of Arcosa, Inc., a leading ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Fitter Welder_Lead

Clinton, IL · On-site

$31 - $36/hr

... welding equipment to produce high-quality work that meets specifications, safety standards, and production deadlines. Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of Arcosa, Inc., a leading ...

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Sr. Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL

$26 - $31.50/hr

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Sr. Fitter/Welder

Clinton, IL · On-site

$26 - $31.50/hr

As a Fitter/Welder at Meyer Utility Structures, you'll use jigs/holding fixtures to lay out pieces to be welded according to blueprints, layouts, schematics, or work orders. You'll set up, operate ...

The Kelly Group

Fitter/Welder

Decatur, IL · On-site

$28 - $40/hr

... 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 ...

The Kelly Group

Fitter/Welder

Decatur, IL

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

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 ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for a welding in Decatur, IL is $28.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $33.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between A Welding vs Pipefitter?

AspectA WeldingPipefitter
CertificationsWelding certifications (e.g., AWS)Welding certifications often required
Work EnvironmentFactories, construction sites, manufacturingIndustrial plants, construction sites, refineries
Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, repairOil & gas, plumbing, industrial piping
Common TasksJoining metal parts, welding techniquesInstalling, maintaining piping systems

Both A Welding and Pipefitter roles require welding certifications and involve working in industrial environments. While welders focus on joining metal components, pipefitters specialize in installing and maintaining piping systems. The roles often overlap, but pipefitters typically work more with plumbing and industrial piping, whereas welders may work on a broader range of metal fabrication projects.

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Welders work in industries such as construction, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding. They perform tasks like joining metal parts using various welding techniques, often requiring certifications and safety training, and may work in factories, on construction sites, or in repair shops.

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Weld Tech

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Clinton, IL • On-site

$55K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Meyer Utility Structures (MUS)is searching for aPlant Welding Technician. In this role, you will provide the Clinton, IL utility pole manufacturing plant with welding and technical support such as welding process troubleshooting, welding process improvement, and procedure and code conformance. The Plant Welding Technician will have strong hands-on welding skills, visual weld inspection experience, and experience using welding procedure specifications. 

Meyer Utility Structures, an Arcosa subsidiary, is an industry leader in the engineering design and fabrication of concrete, lattice, and tubular steel structures for transmission, distribution, and substation applications. With over sixty years of innovative engineering and manufacturing expertise, Meyer has helped to author and validate many of today’s transmission industry standards and specifications.

What You'll Do:

  • As the welding subject matter expert, provide welding support to production welders, supervisors, and other plant personnel 
  • Troubleshoot welding technique and routine equipment issues
  • Perform routine tasks such as maintaining welder continuity, welding equipment calibration, and flux oven logs
  • Evaluate, propose, and implement welding process improvements to increase welding efficiency and quality
  • Perform welding training on the shop floor and in a classroom setting as required
  • Assist in qualifying welding procedure specifications as required 
  • Participate in internal improvement teams/other duties as required
  • Oversee the daily pole school operations
  • Maintain welder candidate training, testing and qualification records
  • Perform hands on welder candidate training for the FCAW, SAW, SMAW, plasma/oxyfuel cutting, and air-carbon-arc gouging processes
  • Conduct classroom training on welding safety, welding and cutting processes, visual weld acceptance criteria, welding symbols, drawings, etc.
  • Perform hands on, pole layout and fit up training
  • Provide additional training (OJT) to production welders as required
  • Assist in qualifying welding procedure specifications as required
  • Participate in welding improvement projects/other duties as required

What You’ll Need:

  • Must be able to work first shift
  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and/or AWS Certified Welding Educator (CWE) desired
  • 3 - 5 years FCAW, SAW, and SMAW welding experience
  • Proficient using various weld inspection tools such as amp/volt/wire feed/gas flow meters, fillet weld gages, undercut gages, etc. 
  • Welding related associate degree desired
  • Able to read and comprehend welding symbols, welding procedure specifications, work instructions, drawings, bill of materials, etc. 
  • Working knowledge of AWS D1.1 welding procedure specification
  • Working knowledge of weld filler materials and base materials
  • Possess written and oral communication skills. 
  • Regular and predictable attendance, a great attitude, and an ability to work well with a team towards achieving a common goal

Compensation and Benefits: 

Arcosa is proud to offer competitive benefits and programs to help you and your family meet your healthcare and retirement planning needs. The various benefits offered to employees based on eligibility may include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • 401k with Employer Match
  • 11 paid Company holidays
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health & Wellness Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Discount Programs
  • Professional Training and Development Programs
  • Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within!
  • Salary commensurate with experience – $55,000 to $70,500

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