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 ...
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Welder (Mig and Structure)- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL Corn Capital
Decatur, IL · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
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Decatur, IL · On-site
$18 - $22/hr
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Combination Welder- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL (Cap East)
Decatur, IL · On-site
$25 - $32.75/hr
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Combination Welder- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL (Cap East)
Decatur, IL · On-site
$25 - $32.75/hr
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 ...
SENIOR WELDING TECHNICIAN
Decatur, IL · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Fabricate and weld structural steel assemblies for custom industrial equipment from engineered prints and detailed drawings. * Perform precise fit up on complex assemblies -- interpreting multi-view ...
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SENIOR WELDING TECHNICIAN
Decatur, IL · On-site
$28 - $32/hr
Fabricate and weld structural steel assemblies for custom industrial equipment from engineered prints and detailed drawings. * Perform precise fit up on complex assemblies -- interpreting multi-view ...
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$55K - $70K/yr
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Weld Tech
$55K - $70K/yr
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 ...
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Clinton, IL · On-site
$55K - $70K/yr
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 ...
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Clinton, IL · On-site
$55K - $70K/yr
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 ...
Pipe Welders
Decatur, IL · On-site
$67.35/hr
... welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints. • Prepare connections and install piping, mechanical fittings, supports, hangers, anchor bolts, couplings, valves, pumps, and other ...
Pipe Welders
Decatur, IL · On-site
$67.35/hr
... welding, brazing, cementing, soldering, and threading joints. • Prepare connections and install piping, mechanical fittings, supports, hangers, anchor bolts, couplings, valves, pumps, and other ...
Welder/Pipefitter Leadman - Austin Industrial - East Cap
Decatur, IL · On-site
$24.25 - $29.75/hr
Welder Leadman - Industrial Summary: Reads and interprets isometric drawings, blueprints and other drawings or product specification instructions. Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe ...
Welder/Pipefitter Leadman - Austin Industrial - East Cap
Decatur, IL · On-site
$24.25 - $29.75/hr
Welder Leadman - Industrial Summary: Reads and interprets isometric drawings, blueprints and other drawings or product specification instructions. Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe ...
Welder/Pipefitter Leadman - Austin Industrial - East Cap
Decatur, IL · On-site
$24.25 - $29.75/hr
Welder Leadman - Industrial Summary: Reads and interprets isometric drawings, blueprints and other drawings or product specification instructions. Lays out, assembles, installs, and maintains pipe ...
Welder/Pipefitter Leadman - Austin Industrial - East Cap
Decatur, IL · On-site
$24.25 - $29.75/hr
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Welding Inspector
$34 - $38/hr
As a Welding Inspector, you will conduct visual inspections of welds to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. You will review and interpret welding procedures, codes, and standards ...
Welding Inspector
$34 - $38/hr
As a Welding Inspector, you will conduct visual inspections of welds to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. You will review and interpret welding procedures, codes, and standards ...
Welding Inspector
Decatur, IL · On-site
$34 - $38/hr
As a Welding Inspector, you will conduct visual inspections of welds to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. You will review and interpret welding procedures, codes, and standards ...
Welding Inspector
Decatur, IL · On-site
$34 - $38/hr
As a Welding Inspector, you will conduct visual inspections of welds to ensure compliance with specifications and standards. You will review and interpret welding procedures, codes, and standards ...
Pipefitter/Welder
Argenta, IL · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Ability to use a variety of tools, which may include blowtorches, saws, pipe benders, and welding torches.Ability to read schematics and blueprints.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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Pipefitter/Welder
Argenta, IL · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Ability to use a variety of tools, which may include blowtorches, saws, pipe benders, and welding torches.Ability to read schematics and blueprints.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Pipefitter/Welder
$24.25 - $31.25/hr
Ability to use a variety of tools, which may include blowtorches, saws, pipe benders, and welding torches. * Ability to read schematics and blueprints. * Excellent verbal and written communication ...
Pipefitter/Welder
$24.25 - $31.25/hr
Ability to use a variety of tools, which may include blowtorches, saws, pipe benders, and welding torches. * Ability to read schematics and blueprints. * Excellent verbal and written communication ...
Pipefitter/Welder
Argenta, IL · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Ability to use a variety of tools, which may include blowtorches, saws, pipe benders, and welding torches. * Ability to read schematics and blueprints. * Excellent verbal and written communication ...
Pipefitter/Welder
Argenta, IL · On-site
$28 - $35/hr
Ability to use a variety of tools, which may include blowtorches, saws, pipe benders, and welding torches. * Ability to read schematics and blueprints. * Excellent verbal and written communication ...
Welding Manufacturing Engineer
Decatur, IL · On-site
$97K - $146K/yr
Welding Manufacturing Engineer Primary Location: Decatur, IL Travel: Up to 10% Relocation Assistance: Available Visa Sponsorship: Not Available As a Welding Manufacturing Engineer based in Decatur ...
Welding Manufacturing Engineer
Decatur, IL · On-site
$97K - $146K/yr
Welding Manufacturing Engineer Primary Location: Decatur, IL Travel: Up to 10% Relocation Assistance: Available Visa Sponsorship: Not Available As a Welding Manufacturing Engineer based in Decatur ...
Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL · On-site
$35.81/hr
Fabricate, weld, repair, and modify machine components as needed. * Install, modify, and maintain piping and plant support systems. * Safely rig, hoist, move, align, and position equipment. * Support ...
Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd or 3rd Shift - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL · On-site
$35.81/hr
Fabricate, weld, repair, and modify machine components as needed. * Install, modify, and maintain piping and plant support systems. * Safely rig, hoist, move, align, and position equipment. * Support ...
Industrial Maintenance Quality Controller - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL · On-site
$50 - $55/hr
Perform welding inspections in accordance with applicable piping and structural code requirements Ensure compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory codes Maintain ...
Industrial Maintenance Quality Controller - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL · On-site
$50 - $55/hr
Perform welding inspections in accordance with applicable piping and structural code requirements Ensure compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory codes Maintain ...
Industrial Maintenance Quality Controller - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL · On-site
$50 - $55/hr
Perform welding inspections in accordance with applicable piping and structural code requirements Ensure compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory codes Maintain ...
Industrial Maintenance Quality Controller - Decatur, IL
Decatur, IL · On-site
$50 - $55/hr
Perform welding inspections in accordance with applicable piping and structural code requirements Ensure compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory codes Maintain ...
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| Aspect | Welder | Fabricator |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Welding certifications (e.g., AWS, CWI) | Welding certifications often required, plus blueprint reading |
| Work Environment | Factories, construction sites, shipyards | Factories, workshops, construction sites |
| Job Role | Joins metal parts through welding processes | Designs, cuts, and assembles metal structures |
| Tools & Equipment | Welding machines, torches, safety gear | Cutting tools, measuring devices, welding equipment |
While welders focus primarily on joining metal parts through welding, fabricators handle the broader process of designing, cutting, and assembling metal components. Both roles often require welding certifications and share similar work environments, but fabricators typically have additional responsibilities related to blueprint reading and metal fabrication planning.
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Combination Welder- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL (Cap East)
Decatur, IL • On-site
Full-time
Re-posted 6 days ago
Austin Industries rating
7.0
Based on 56 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
53rd of 80 rated construction
Job description
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
Austin Industrial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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.
- 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.
About Austin Industries
Austin Industries and its operating companies engage in almost every type of civil, commercial and industrial construction. Austin is owned entirely by its employees through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Austin Industries has a rich history. We are one of the largest and most diversified construction firms in the nation. Austin stands on the core values of Uncompromising Integrity, Employee-ownership, Exemplary Service and Excellence in Safety.
To learn more about our history, culture and operations, visit us at www.austin-ind.com.
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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