Pipe Welder
Company
Craft & Technical Solutions
Location
Chicago, IL
Salary
40 an hour
Via
ZipRecruiter
Job Description
Craft and Technical Solutions is an established Marine and Industrial Staffing Company with offices nationwide. We partner with businesses and jobseekers to place qualified individuals efficiently. Currently, CTS is reviewing resumes for Pipe Welders in Sturgeon Bay, WI!
Pay Rate: $40/hour and $660/week per diem
Job Description:
• Read blueprints and other customer specifications/drawings.
• Carbon 309 Stainless Steel Wired 20 Copper Nickel (TIG).
• 6GR
Requirements
• Minimum 8 years of naval/commercial welding experience.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
• Pass hair follicle test and background check.
• Comfortable with heights and in confined spaces.
• Lift 50lbs without assistance.
• Must understand the layout of the ship and compartment identification.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Must be a US citizen.
Benefits
CTS, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life/Voluntary AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k
Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Craft and Technical Solutions, LLC has a consistent policy that requires an online application to be completed before we can further consider you as an applicant for this position.
CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Pay Rate: $40/hour and $660/week per diem
Job Description:
• Read blueprints and other customer specifications/drawings.
• Carbon 309 Stainless Steel Wired 20 Copper Nickel (TIG).
• 6GR
Requirements
• Minimum 8 years of naval/commercial welding experience.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Familiar with OSHA regulations relative to the shipbuilding industry.
• Pass hair follicle test and background check.
• Comfortable with heights and in confined spaces.
• Lift 50lbs without assistance.
• Must understand the layout of the ship and compartment identification.
• Basic reading, writing and math skills required.
• Must be a US citizen.
Benefits
CTS, LLC offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees. Eligible employees may enroll in:
• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary Life/Voluntary AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• 401k
Safety and responsible work practices are of paramount importance at CTS and are woven into the fabric of everything we do. We are committed to employee safety & development, the protection of the environment and the communities where we operate. We are ready to be a partner in your career success!
Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Craft and Technical Solutions, LLC has a consistent policy that requires an online application to be completed before we can further consider you as an applicant for this position.
CTS is an EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Welder Jobs
What is the median hourly wage for welders in the United States as of 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $25.22 as of May 2026 data. Welders in manufacturing earn $26.15 per hour on average while those in construction receive $24.80 per hour. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
What certifications and experience are required to qualify for welder jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, welders must complete a high school diploma or equivalent plus a postsecondary welding program lasting 6 to 18 months. AWS Certified Welder credential and 2,000 hours of documented experience are required for most positions in structural welding. Employers in shipbuilding and aerospace require additional ASME Section IX qualifications.
What are the standard working hours and paid leave entitlements for welders in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, full-time welders work 40 hours per week with overtime required after 40 hours. Workers receive at least 10 paid holidays and accrue 10 days of paid sick leave annually under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act extensions. Union contracts in construction add 15 days of paid vacation after one year.
How are federal income taxes calculated on welder wages in the United States for 2026?
As per the Internal Revenue Service, welders earning $52,500 annually in 2026 pay 12% federal income tax on income between $11,601 and $47,150 plus 22% on the amount above $47,150. Social Security tax is withheld at 6.2% up to the $168,600 wage base. Employers must issue Form W-2 by January 31 each year.
