Welder Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Alabama
Alabama's welding industry spans shipbuilding yards in Mobile, automotive manufacturing plants in Lincoln and Tuscaloosa, and steel fabrication facilities across the Tennessee Valley. Major employers including Austal USA, Mercedes-Benz U.S. International, and Nucor Steel have established consistent demand for skilled welders, making Alabama one of the more active Southern states for welder hiring.
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Who We Are
Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.
AES a division of Lennox, was established in 1988 and is one of the largest manufacturers of roof curbs and drop box diffuser systems in the nation. We have recently expanded our capabilities as a single source supplier by adding a Mechanical Services Division as well as becoming a Misc. Steel manufacturer. These new services will reduce construction costs and eliminate coordination with multiple suppliers and subcontractors. Our focus will be to enhance the services provided to our General Contractor network nationwide. AES has 4 different fabrication facility locations nationwide to assist our customers and reduce their freight cost and shipment lead time.
What Drives Success
A Welder for Lennox AES at our Tallassee, AL location is a skilled position responsible for performing welding tasks with precision and expertise. They work with various materials, such as galvanized steel and aluminum, interpret blueprints, and ensure the quality and integrity of our products (roof curbs, drop boxes, etc.).
This will be a 3rd shift position with the following hours: Monday-Thursday 8pm-6:30am
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Fabricate custom and standard products from blueprints with high attention to detail and efficiency.
- Communicate with shop manager and engineering on product issues and assist with streamlining methods for production.
- MIG weld 10-to-20-gauge galvanized steel for adapters, curbs, and other products.
- Conduct visual inspections of welded components to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
- Work closely with engineers, fabricators, and other team members to ensure efficient workflow and successful project completion.
- Under direct supervision, spot welds together metal components.
What We Are Looking For
- Familiar with safe welding practices.
- Capable of learning to read fabrication drawings with some instruction.
- Capable of welding 10-to-20-gauge galvanized steel. (Can be taught)
- Must be physically capable of loading fabrication parts onto the weld table.
- Capable of blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
- Individual must be a self-starter and need minimal guidance on daily tasks.
- Must be quality oriented with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tape measures, diagrams.
- Individual must have a working knowledge of MIG welding machines with respect to preventive maintenance and control settings to obtain maximum efficiencies.
- Able to move objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Requires a high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred: Trade school or certification in welding.
- Required: 1-year previous MIG welding experience.
- Able to work with a positive attitude and in a team setting.
- Basic understanding of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
Compensation:
This is an hourly non-exempt role. The starting pay for this role is $19.50/hour with a shift differential of $2.00. Factors that may affect the full pay range for employees in this role and market include geography/market and the individual’s tenure, performance, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are not eligible for a bonus but do earn overtime when they work more than 40 hours in a week (or as otherwise required by state law).
Benefits:
Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage;
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short-term disability insurance
- 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave
- Life and long-term disability insurance.
Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 10 days paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Our Culture:
At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!
Disclaimers:
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Who We Are
Lennox (NYSE: LII) Driven by 130 years of legacy, HVAC and refrigeration success, Lennox provides our residential and commercial customers with industry-leading climate-control solutions. At Lennox, we win as a team, aiming for excellence and delivering innovative, sustainable products and services. Our culture guides us and creates a workplace where all employees feel heard and welcomed. Lennox is a global community that values each team member’s contributions and offers a supportive environment for career development. Come, stay, and grow with us.
AES a division of Lennox, was established in 1988 and is one of the largest manufacturers of roof curbs and drop box diffuser systems in the nation. We have recently expanded our capabilities as a single source supplier by adding a Mechanical Services Division as well as becoming a Misc. Steel manufacturer. These new services will reduce construction costs and eliminate coordination with multiple suppliers and subcontractors. Our focus will be to enhance the services provided to our General Contractor network nationwide. AES has 4 different fabrication facility locations nationwide to assist our customers and reduce their freight cost and shipment lead time.
What Drives Success
A Welder for Lennox AES at our Tallassee, AL location is a skilled position responsible for performing welding tasks with precision and expertise. They work with various materials, such as galvanized steel and aluminum, interpret blueprints, and ensure the quality and integrity of our products (roof curbs, drop boxes, etc.).
This will be a 3rd shift position with the following hours: Monday-Thursday 8pm-6:30am
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Fabricate custom and standard products from blueprints with high attention to detail and efficiency.
- Communicate with shop manager and engineering on product issues and assist with streamlining methods for production.
- MIG weld 10-to-20-gauge galvanized steel for adapters, curbs, and other products.
- Conduct visual inspections of welded components to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
- Work closely with engineers, fabricators, and other team members to ensure efficient workflow and successful project completion.
- Under direct supervision, spot welds together metal components.
What We Are Looking For
- Familiar with safe welding practices.
- Capable of learning to read fabrication drawings with some instruction.
- Capable of welding 10-to-20-gauge galvanized steel. (Can be taught)
- Must be physically capable of loading fabrication parts onto the weld table.
- Capable of blueprint reading and interpretation skills.
- Individual must be a self-starter and need minimal guidance on daily tasks.
- Must be quality oriented with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, tape measures, diagrams.
- Individual must have a working knowledge of MIG welding machines with respect to preventive maintenance and control settings to obtain maximum efficiencies.
- Able to move objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- Requires a high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred: Trade school or certification in welding.
- Required: 1-year previous MIG welding experience.
- Able to work with a positive attitude and in a team setting.
- Basic understanding of safety protocols in a manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
Compensation:
This is an hourly non-exempt role. The starting pay for this role is $19.50/hour with a shift differential of $2.00. Factors that may affect the full pay range for employees in this role and market include geography/market and the individual’s tenure, performance, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. Employees in this role are not eligible for a bonus but do earn overtime when they work more than 40 hours in a week (or as otherwise required by state law).
Benefits:
Subject to applicable eligibility requirements, the following benefits are offered for this role:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance; prescription drug coverage;
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short-term disability insurance
- 8 weeks paid birthing leave; 2 weeks paid bonding leave
- Life and long-term disability insurance.
Depending on date of hire, and subject to applicable eligibility requirements, new employees in this role also receive up to: 10 days paid time off and 10 paid holidays.
Our Culture:
At Lennox, our Core Values of Integrity, Respect & Excellence are ingrained in the fabric of the organization. They define our culture – which is about how we do business and how we treat others. Lennox is not just a workplace; we are a global community that values each team member’s contributions. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute to our continued growth and success. At Lennox, you’ll take pride in our brands, knowing you are part of something special. Come, stay, and grow with us!
Disclaimers:
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Lennox reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
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Which companies sponsor visas for welders in Alabama?
Austal USA in Mobile is among the most prominent employers of welders in Alabama, given its shipbuilding operations requiring specialized welding skills. Automotive manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz U.S. International in Vance and Honda Manufacturing of Alabama in Lincoln also hire welders. Steel producers including Nucor and SSAB in Decatur represent additional sponsorship-active employers in the state's metals sector.
Which visa types are most common for welder roles in Alabama?
The H-2B visa is common for temporary, non-agricultural skilled trades including welding, often used when employers demonstrate a shortage of available U.S. workers. The H-1B generally does not apply to welding roles, as most welding positions are classified as skilled trades rather than specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree. EB-3 immigrant visas are sometimes pursued for permanent placement in skilled trade roles.
Which cities in Alabama have the most welder sponsorship jobs?
Mobile leads due to its shipbuilding and marine fabrication industries, anchored by Austal USA and related contractors. The Tuscaloosa and Lincoln corridor sees welder demand tied to automotive manufacturing. Decatur and the broader Tennessee Valley region host steel and industrial fabrication employers. Birmingham, as Alabama's largest metro, also has a concentration of manufacturing and construction firms that hire welders.
How to find welder visa sponsorship jobs in Alabama?
Migrate Mate is specifically built for international job seekers looking for visa-sponsored positions in the U.S. You can filter by state and role to find welder jobs in Alabama where employers have a documented history of sponsoring work visas. This removes the guesswork of identifying which employers are willing to sponsor, which is often the biggest barrier for international welding candidates.
Are there any Alabama-specific considerations for welders seeking visa sponsorship?
Alabama's shipbuilding sector in Mobile requires welders to meet American Welding Society certifications, which international candidates should obtain or have evaluated before applying. The state's manufacturing corridor along I-20 and the Tennessee Valley industrial zone has active labor demand, but employers must demonstrate they could not fill positions locally before sponsoring a foreign national, particularly for H-2B petitions.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored welder jobs in Alabama?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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