Riverdale, IL 60827 • (27 miles) • Full Time • $25.00 to $35.00 / hr • 11/3/2026

The Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) will support quality assurance activities in a fabrication shop, reporting to the Quality Manager. This role will focus on pressure vessels, pipelines, and industrial equipment while ensuring welding work meets applicable quality and safety requirements. The position requires no travel and offers opportunities to advance into lead inspector responsibilities and a quality management pathway. Responsibilities Perform visual inspections of welds and fabricated components. Identify welding defects and document inspection findings. Maintain accurate weld documentation and welding records. Prepare clear and timely inspection reports. Support quality inspections for pressure vessels, pipelines, and industrial equipment. Verify compliance with applicable safet

Chicago, IL 60638 • (38.4 miles) • Full Time • 10/31/2026

About Folding Guard: Folding Guard is a leading manufacturer and provider of innovative security and safety solutions for a wide range of industries. With a history spanning over 50 years, we are committed to delivering high-quality products that protect people, property, and assets. Our dedication to excellence and our customer-centric approach have made us an industry leader in security enclosures, wire mesh partitions, and other customizable security solutions. Position Summary: Folding Guard is seeking a skilled Welder to join our dynamic team. The Welder will play a crucial role in fabricating and assembling our safety and security products, ensuring they meet the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate should have experience in various welding techniques and a strong commitmen

Chicago, IL 60601 • (42.3 miles) • Full Time • $36.00 to $38.00 / hr • 10/31/2026

Build Precision. Go Places. Orbital TIG Pros Wanted. Where you’ll work: Across the United States (travel required) What you’ll earn: $38/Hour + $125–$180/Day Per Diem + $0.76/Mile Mileage Reimbursement Project length: 6+ months with continuing opportunities Role snapshot Operate and optimize orbital TIG (GTAW) systems for high-spec tube and pipe work Execute consistent, code-compliant welds and verify quality at every step Read and apply blueprints, weld symbols, WPSs, and engineering notes Inspect, measure, and document results; adjust parameters to stay in tolerance Troubleshoot process and equipment issues swiftly to minimize downtime Maintain safety, cleanliness, and organization on every site Adapt to different shops, procedures, and production environments Must-have background 5+ yea

Chicago, IL 60601 • (42.3 miles) • Full Time • 10/25/2026

Summary of Position :After School Matters is seeking committed, part-time instructors to teach Welding programs for 12-14 high school participants (12:1, instructor: teen ratio) between the ages of 14 to 20 for Summer 2026. The program will allow students to learn and engage in activities specific to the content area. An instructor will expose teens to a wide range of activities and concepts to meet measurable program outcomes. The instructor will recruit, teach, and mentor teens and manage operational pieces such as program planning and budget creation. This part-time position is scheduled forapproximately 20-30hours per week per program session. Program times for Summer 2026 will follow the schedule below: June 22 – August 7 Monday - Thursday 8:30am to 12:30pm and/or 1:30pm – 5:30pm Inst

Chesterton, IN 46304 • (29.3 miles) • Full Time • $42.44 to $50.04 / hr • 10/19/2026

Overview Shape the Future with DLZ! At DLZ Corporation, we don’t just design infrastructurewe create solutions that improve communities and empower careers. As a nationally recognized, award-winning multidisciplinary firm, we deliver engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition, and materials testing across the Midwest. Join a team where innovation meets collaboration, and your expertise drives meaningful impact. Responsibilities DLZ is looking for dependable individuals to fill a variety of Union Material Testing Technician opportunities in Burns Harbor, IN! Duties & Responsibilities: Perform material testing and observation, keep accurate record of results for prompt reporting. Maintain field equipment in proper working order

Chicago, IL 60623 • (41.4 miles) • Full Time • $19.00 to $26.00 / hr • 10/19/2026

WW Engineering is Hiring Experienced Welders WW Engineering, located at 4321 W. 32nd Street, Chicago, IL, is seeking experienced welders for full-time and part-time positions. Requirements: Proven MIG welding experience Ability to pass a hands-on welding test on steel plate How to Apply: Interested candidates are welcome to apply in person. Applicants will complete a brief application and a MIG welding skills test on steel plates. WW Engineering est Contratando Soldadores con Experiencia WW Engineering, ubicada en 4321 W. 32nd Street, Chicago, IL, est buscando soldadores con experiencia para puestos de tiempo completo y medio tiempo. Requisitos: Experiencia comprobada en soldadura MIG Capacidad de aprobar una prueba prctica de soldadura en placas de acero Cmo Aplicar: Los candidatos intere

Romeoville, IL 60446 • (42.4 miles) • Full Time • $20.00 to $24.00 / hr • 10/17/2026

Our school motto is "Changing life’s for the better, one weld at a time." The Illinois Welding School has an open position that is available for hire immediately. YOU MUST KNOW HOW TO WELD, HAVE A CERTIFICATION AND TEACH! We need you to be able to weld processes such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW on plate and on pipe. You can either come with your recent certifications or be tested at our facility to take a 3G/4G plate and 6G pipe. You must have several years in the welding industry. Our Diploma Programs provide students with entry-level skills, knowledge, and potential certification to obtain employment in the welding trades, with a ratio of 70% hands-on training and 30% classroom. Responsibilities: We Provide quality instruction for the 18+ year-old student population. Teaching the full

Chicago, IL 60602 • (42.3 miles) • Part Time • $30.00 to $40.00 / hr • 10/16/2026

D7 Pneumatics LLC is seeking an experienced QA/QC Manager to support our fabrication shop and field operations based in Jonesboro, Arkansas. This position will begin on a part-time or as-needed basis, with the potential to develop into a full-time role based on workload and company growth. The QA/QC Manager will be responsible for implementing and maintaining D7’s Quality Control Program, supporting ASME and National Board Code work, and ensuring fabrication and field activities comply with approved procedures, project specifications and applicable codes. Key Responsibilities Administer and enforce the D7 Quality Control Manual and related procedures. Oversee quality activities for shop fabrication and field installations. Review contracts, drawings, specifications and project requirements

Chicago, IL • (40.1 miles) • Full Time • $25.00 to $38.00 / hr • 10/15/2026

Travel required 80-100% We are seeking a Welding Engineer to become an Integral part of our team! You will perform Engineering duties in the Industrial Automation Field Including but not limited to, Automotive, Defense, Amusement and Aerospace. Responsibilities (*not required, a plus): Start-up and debug of new systems, Bosch Rexroth, WTC, Henrob, Stanley, Lincoln, Miller, Fronius and SKS Systems. Integration of new automated production lines and launches, DAW, GMAW, RSW, SPR and Laser Welding. The knowledge and understanding of BIW specifications and the ability to recommended best practice changes as needed. * Technical/Operational experience w/Tessonic RSWA equipment including the software attributes (in detail). * The knowledge and ability to work with, and train plant personnel on RSW

Romeoville, IL 60446 • (42.4 miles) • Full Time • 10/17/2026

Our school motto is "Changing life’s for the better, one weld at a time." Have you ever trained apprentices? Are you retired and need something to do? Do you have a heart for the trades? Do you want to share your knowledge and skills as a tradesman? Are you looking for part time work? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we are looking for you! The pipe Welding Instructor position is available immediately! HIRING ON THE SPOT! If you are able to weld and teach processes such as SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW on plate and SMAW, GTAW on pipe, we could be ready to offer you the position upon completion of your weld test. You can either bring with you, your recent certifications or be tested at our facility to take a 3G/4G plate and 6G pipe. You must have several years in the welding indu