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Welder

Express Employment ProfessionalsStreator, ILTemporary$23.00-$26.00/HourlyRate

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Agency
Express Employment Professionals
Location
Streator, IL
Job type
Temporary
Pay
$23.00-$26.00/HourlyRate
Profession
Welder
Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Posted
Oct 9, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$24.50
Weekly
$980
Yearly (full-time)
$50,960

This job pays about $24.50/hour — 1% below the median for Welder jobs in Illinois ($24.67/hour).

Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

Welder jobs in Illinois right now

  • 5 open Welder jobs in Illinois from 1 agency, 2 of them in Streator.
  • Pay in these listings: $16.75 – $24.50/hour, median $23.00/hour.
  • Typical Welder pay in Illinois: $24.67/hour ($51,314/year, BLS).

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Job description

MIG Welder

Location: Streator, IL
Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

About the Opportunity

Express Employment Professionals is partnered with a leading manufacturer of heavy-duty lifting equipment in Streator, IL and is seeking experienced MIG Welders to join their team.

Responsibilities

  • Perform MIG welding on heavy-duty lift components and assemblies
  • Read and interpret blueprints and welding specifications
  • Accurately use tape measures and other measuring tools
  • Inspect completed welds for quality and accuracy
  • Follow all safety procedures and manufacturing standards
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area

Qualifications

  • Previous MIG welding experience required
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Proficient with tape measure usage and measurements
  • Must be able to pass a weld test
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Manufacturing experience preferred
 Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance 
  • Paid Sick Time
  • WEEKLY pay
  • Direct Deposit 
  • $100 Referral Bonus (+$50 for the person being referred)
Express Employment Professionals of Ottawa & Morris is a locally owned and operated staffing company dedicated to helping job seekers find local work. Job seekers will never pay a fee for our services and support.   Apply today!Call/Text: 815-306-0250 Email your resume to: Jobs.OttawaIL@Expresspros.com   Know someone who would be a great fit for this role? Sign up for our referral bonus program and send them our way! You could get paid even if you don’t work with us. 
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