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Welding Job Entry Level Jobs in Decatur, AL (NOW HIRING)

Welding: MIG, TIG, and ARC (certifications are beneficial) * Fabrication * Painting/respirator ... From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there's always room to learn. We offer ...

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How much do welding job entry level jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for welding job entry level in Decatur, AL is $27.93, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $32.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Welding Job Entry Level vs Welding Technician?

AspectWelding Job Entry LevelWelding Technician
CertificationsBasic welding certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Welder)Advanced certifications often required (e.g., AWS Certified Welding Inspector)
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plants, construction sites, repair shopsQuality control labs, inspection sites, manufacturing facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesPerforming basic welding tasks under supervisionInspecting welds, ensuring quality standards, troubleshooting

Welding Job Entry Level roles focus on performing basic welding tasks with minimal experience, often under supervision. Welding Technicians typically have more training, perform inspections, and ensure weld quality. Both roles share similar environments but differ in responsibilities and certification requirements.

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VLS Maintenance Technician I

VLS Maintenance Technician I

Chenega MIOS

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Other

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Req ID: 39064
Summary
VLS Maintenance Technician I
Redstone Arsenal, AL
Are you ready to enhance your skills and build your career in a rapidly evolving business climate? Are you looking for a career where professional development is embedded in your employers core culture? If so, Chenega Military, Intelligence & Operations Support (MIOS) could be the place for you! Join our team of professionals who support large-scale government operations by leveraging cutting-edge technology and take your career to the next level!
Our Strength Is Our People
We believe taking care of our employees will deliver the best support to our customers and our community. Our success is attributable to our employees. We recruit and retain civic-minded people who fit our family-oriented small business culture.
Valued people deliver the highest level of professionalism and support to our customers. We provide our employees with a positive work environment and social activities that reinforce teamwork.
Venturi, LLC A Chenega Company, has an exciting opportunity for a Vertical Launch System (VLS) Maintenance Technician I on our Missile Defense Deployment and Sustainment Operations contract supporting the Missile Defense Agency. The VLS Maintenance Technician I plays a key role on the team of professional and safety-conscious Technicians who refurbish canisters for the US Navy fleet.
Responsibilities
  • Support quality, productivity, and process improvement initiatives always
  • Adhere to a very high standard of housekeeping
  • Complete painting tasks with conventional (either gravity or siphon) fed spray guns
  • Read and apply appropriate paint formulas
  • Prepping, priming, and masking for refinishing
  • Operate forklift to move equipment
  • Proper handling of company tools
  • Apply imaging decals (stencils)
  • Properly complete all work order documentation
  • Execute the needed repairs without direct supervision and guidance while following Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • 0 to 1 year of experience sanding, priming, painting, and stenciling damaged automotive body parts or other steel body parts.
  • Valid driver's license
  • Interim Secret clearance

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Must be able to provide and share knowledge and skills with other employees at any given time.
  • Must be cost-effective and show great concern for the cost of materials and parts.
  • Must show the highest level of dependability, punctuality, and dedication as an employee.
  • Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Must have basic knowledge of how a HAZMAT program operates.
  • Communication is necessary with the team and supervision.
  • Must be efficient with using orbital sanders (DA).
  • Overhead crane experience is a plus.
  • Strong background in the following areas is preferred:
  • Welding: MIG, TIG, and ARC (certifications are beneficial)
  • Fabrication
  • Painting/respirator (qualification is beneficial)
  • General mechanical repairs
  • Experience in commercial and military type Material Handling Equipment is desired.
  • Mechanical aptitude and the ability to conscientiously follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Proper use of standard hand tools and material-handling equipment.
  • Ability to maintain a drivers license.
  • Ability to lift boxes, packages, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds using proper equipment and lifting techniques.
  • Physically fit with full use of arms, legs, and back.
  • Ability to maintain required training and certifications.
  • Ability to travel 20-30% to CONUS and OCONUS locations.
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

How youll grow
At Chenega MIOS, our professional development plan focuses on helping our team members at every level of their careers to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe theres always room to learn.
We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the global, fast-changing business world. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their careers.
Benefits
At Chenega MIOS, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our team members and offer them a broad range of benefits.
Learn more about what working at Chenega MIOS can mean for you.
Chenega MIOSs culture
Our positive and supportive culture encourages our team members to do their best work every day. We celebrate individuals by recognizing their uniqueness and offering them the flexibility to make daily choices that can help them be healthy, centered, confident, and aware. We offer well-being programs and continuously look for new ways to maintain a culture where we excel and lead healthy, happy lives.
Corporate citizenship
Chenega MIOS is led by a purpose to make an impact that matters. This purpose defines who we are and extends to relationships with our clients, our team members, and our communities. We believe that business has the power to inspire and transform. We focus on education, giving, skill-based volunteerism, and leadership to help drive positive social impact in our communities.
Learn more about Chenegas impact on the world.
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