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Welder jobs are open across manufacturing, construction, oil and gas, shipbuilding, and aerospace, from entry-level to journeyman and master welder, with specializations in MIG, TIG, and structural welding. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Sewer Equipment provides the highest quality and most innovative sewer cleaning products for the municipal and contractor market. With a wide array of product offerings from high pressure, high volume trailer and truck-mounted sewer jetters, combination sewer cleaners, to rodders, bucket machines and easement machines, we have the equipment to help get the job done right the first time.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for someone that is responsible for assembling pieces of metal together using a mig welder. You will need to review blueprints, cut metal into the appropriate shape and smooth metal to remove creases.
Responsibilities
- Utilize blueprints to manufacture quality assemblies
- MIG welding all positions
- Document actions by completing produced quality inspections, time forms if applicable
- Performing related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding to properly fit components
- Maintains a safe clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
- Wear proper PPE
- Ensure all equipment is properly set up and maintained
LOCATION & COMMITMENTS
Permanent full-time role based in Dixon, IL
Monday – Thursday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Pay Range of $23.51 – $30.56
- Productivity Bonus, paid quarterly. Average 2025 payout was $5/hour. Payouts are based on overall company profitability, and attendance
- $500 sign on bonus, paid after 90 days of employment
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance after 60 days of employment
- Company paid Life, Short & Long Term Disability
- Voluntary life insurance, accident & critical illness
- 401k with company match
- 80 hours of paid holidays per year
Job Requirements
- 1-2 years’ welding experience
- Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints
- Basic math skills and understanding how to utilize measuring devices accurately
- Operate forklift if required and trained
- Must be able to operate overhead crane
- Must be able to work as part of a team
- 18 Years or older
- Eligible to work in the United States
INTRODUCTION
Sewer Equipment provides the highest quality and most innovative sewer cleaning products for the municipal and contractor market. With a wide array of product offerings from high pressure, high volume trailer and truck-mounted sewer jetters, combination sewer cleaners, to rodders, bucket machines and easement machines, we have the equipment to help get the job done right the first time.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for someone that is responsible for assembling pieces of metal together using a mig welder. You will need to review blueprints, cut metal into the appropriate shape and smooth metal to remove creases.
Responsibilities
- Utilize blueprints to manufacture quality assemblies
- MIG welding all positions
- Document actions by completing produced quality inspections, time forms if applicable
- Performing related tasks such as thermal cutting and grinding to properly fit components
- Maintains a safe clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations
- Wear proper PPE
- Ensure all equipment is properly set up and maintained
LOCATION & COMMITMENTS
Permanent full-time role based in Dixon, IL
Monday – Thursday 6:30 am - 5:00 pm
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Pay Range of $23.51 – $30.56
- Productivity Bonus, paid quarterly. Average 2025 payout was $5/hour. Payouts are based on overall company profitability, and attendance
- $500 sign on bonus, paid after 90 days of employment
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance after 60 days of employment
- Company paid Life, Short & Long Term Disability
- Voluntary life insurance, accident & critical illness
- 401k with company match
- 80 hours of paid holidays per year
Job Requirements
- 1-2 years’ welding experience
- Must be able to read and comprehend blueprints
- Basic math skills and understanding how to utilize measuring devices accurately
- Operate forklift if required and trained
- Must be able to operate overhead crane
- Must be able to work as part of a team
- 18 Years or older
- Eligible to work in the United States
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Find Welder JobsWelder Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Optum787
- Maxim Healthcare761
- BAYADA Home Health Care733
- DaVita699
- Henry Ford Health449
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services14,101
- Insurance1,062
- Education686
- Consulting & Professional Services633
- Non-Profit & Social Services436
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in welder jobs.
- Proficiency in MIG, TIG, or stick welding processes
- AWS Certified Welder (CW) credential or equivalent qualification
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and weld symbols
- Experience welding carbon steel, stainless steel, or aluminum
- High school diploma or equivalent with vocational or apprenticeship training
- Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in confined spaces
Tips for Your Welder Job Search
List your certifications before experience
Put AWS, ASME, or API certifications at the top of your resume, above your work history. Hiring managers in manufacturing and pipelines screen for credentials first, so leading with them keeps your application from getting filtered out immediately.
Match your process to the job posting
If a posting specifies TIG on thin-wall stainless, say exactly that in your resume and cover letter. Generic welder resumes lose out to candidates who mirror the employer's own language for the process, material, and position they need.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists welder openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target employers by the metal they work
Filter your search by industry to find shops working the materials you know best. Structural steel fabricators, pipe contractors, and aerospace manufacturers each require different qualifications, and targeting by material helps you apply where your skills are strongest.
Bring a weld sample to your interview
Many shops ask candidates to complete a weld test on the spot, but arriving with a clean sample shows confidence and skill before the test begins. A well-prepared sample in the process the employer uses can set you apart from candidates who show up empty-handed.
Negotiate shift differential and overtime
Welding jobs often include night shifts, weekend schedules, and substantial overtime. When you receive an offer, ask specifically about shift differential rates and overtime frequency, since those details can significantly change your total annual earnings beyond the base rate.
Welder Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most welders?
The companies hiring the most welders right now include Optum, Maxim Healthcare, and BAYADA Home Health Care, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is consistently strong in manufacturing, pipeline construction, and shipbuilding sectors.
How many welder jobs are remote?
About 3% of welder openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most welding work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or flexible arrangements include welding inspection, quality assurance review, and welding engineering or project coordination roles that do not require direct shop-floor work.
How do you become a welder?
You become a welder by completing a formal training program at a vocational school or community college, or by entering a registered apprenticeship through a union or employer. After training, you practice the core processes such as MIG, TIG, and stick until you can pass a standardized weld test. Earning an AWS certification then validates your skill level to employers and opens doors to higher-paying, more specialized positions.
How do you get hired as a welder with little experience?
Start by completing a short vocational program or community college course that teaches at least one process, such as MIG or flux-core, and ends with a weld test you can document. Apply to fabrication shops, metal service centers, and manufacturing plants that advertise entry-level or helper roles, since these employers expect to train new welders on their specific materials and procedures. Bringing a clean practice sample to interviews demonstrates initiative even when your resume is thin.
What does the welder interview process look like?
Most welder interviews begin with a short conversation about your experience, the processes you know, and the materials you have worked with. Employers then typically ask you to complete a hands-on weld test using the process and position most relevant to their work, such as a pipe groove weld or a structural plate weld. Some shops send the test sample to a third-party lab for destructive or X-ray testing before extending an offer, so the full process can take several days.
Where can I find and apply to welder jobs?
You can find and apply to welder jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your process experience, certifications, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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