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No Experience Oil Rig Welder Jobs in Decatur, IL

Arcosa LWB, LLC

Painter/Blaster

Clinton, IL · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Oil and clean pumps * Clean paint lines and paint guns and perform other cleaning/preventative ... Experience performing splicing and feathering processes to meet quality standards * Successful ...

Arcosa Lightweight

Painter/Blaster

Clinton, IL · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Oil and clean pumps * Clean paint lines and paint guns and perform other cleaning/preventative ... Experience performing splicing and feathering processes to meet quality standards * Successful ...

Belle Tire

Tire Technician

Argenta, IL · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Previous experience in tire services or automotive repair Physical Requirements: * Ability to stand ... Our services include alignments, brakes, batteries, heating and cooling, oil changes, auto glass ...

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How much do no experience oil rig welder jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for no experience oil rig welder in Decatur, IL is $45.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.80 and $46.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a no experience oil rig welder?

To thrive as a No Experience Oil Rig Welder, you need a basic understanding of welding techniques, manual dexterity, and a willingness to learn on the job, often supported by a high school diploma or GED. Entry-level certifications like OSHA safety training and familiarity with tools such as arc welders and grinders are helpful and sometimes required. Strong teamwork, communication, and adaptability enable you to work effectively in a demanding, remote environment. These skills are crucial for maintaining safety, quality workmanship, and efficient collaboration on oil rigs.

What is a no experience oil rig welder?

A No Experience Oil Rig Welder job is an entry-level position where individuals assist experienced welders in fabricating, repairing, and maintaining metal structures on offshore or onshore oil rigs. Although prior welding experience may not be required, candidates typically need basic welding knowledge, physical stamina, and a willingness to work in challenging environments. Many employers provide on-the-job training or require completion of a welding certification program. This role is a stepping stone to more advanced welding positions in the oil and gas industry.

What should I expect during the first weeks as a no experience oil rig welder?

As a new oil rig welder without prior experience, your first weeks will likely involve safety training, shadowing experienced welders, and learning the specific procedures and protocols unique to the rig. You can expect to handle more straightforward tasks at first, such as preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and assisting with minor welding jobs under supervision. The environment is physically demanding and often requires long shifts in outdoor, sometimes harsh conditions, but teamwork is strong, and safety is always the top priority. With reliability and a willingness to learn, you’ll gradually take on more complex welding tasks and gain valuable skills for career advancement in the industry.

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Infographic showing various No Experience Oil Rig Welder job openings in Decatur, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $93,974 per year, or $45.2 per hour.

Scaffold Builder- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL East

Austin Bridge & Raod, LP

Decatur, IL • On-site

$20 - $25.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Austin Industries rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 80 rated construction

Job description

Summary: 

Austin Industrial is a merit shop, employee-owned company and has been a provider of construction, maintenance, plant services, turnaround and specialty services to the oil, gas and chemical, energy (power and ethanol), and manufacturing industries for more than 100 years.

We are currently seeking a Scaffold Builder.  This person will construct, assemble, maintain, and dismantles tubular scaffolding or other temporary structures. This is accomplished by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities. A minimum of 3 years of experience is required within the Scaffolding craft. Other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities:

  • Work at heights with no fear.
  • Determines type of scaffold needed.
  • Inspects job site and all scaffold material for defects and safety hazards.
  • Effectively communicates safety hazards and mitigates avoidable hazards prior to construction of scaffolding.
  • Transports tubular scaffold or other structural material and erects the scaffold to the dimensions required.
  • Hoists scaffolding materials upward in order to erect temporary structure.
  • Properly secures and levels locking sections of scaffolding material.
  • Properly secures scaffold to the permanent structure for added stability.
  • Adheres to all OSHA, site specific and Austin Industrial requirements for the erecting and navigation of the scaffolding.
  • Performs final inspection of completed scaffolding.
  • Dismantles scaffolding when it has been properly communicated to do so.
  • Inspects and properly stows scaffolding material after dismantling.

Physical Demands: 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 pounds and may frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

  • 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

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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. 

 

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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.

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