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Welder - 1st Shift

Express Employment ProfessionalsMendota, ILTemporary$23.67/HourlyRate

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Agency
Express Employment Professionals
Location
Mendota, IL
Job type
Temporary
Pay
$23.67/HourlyRate
Profession
Welder
Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Posted
Oct 20, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$23.67
Weekly
$947
Yearly (full-time)
$49,234

This job pays about $23.67/hour — 4% 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.
  • 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

Welder - 1st Shift

Mendota, IL
$26.07 Per Hour
1st Shift | 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Express Employment Professionals is seeking skilled Welders for a premier manufacturing company in Mendota, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with welding experience who are looking for competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and long-term career stability.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Perform acetylene arc and wire-feed welding on a variety of parts using jigs and fixtures
  • Read and interpret blueprints, shop orders, and production drawings
  • Measure, inspect, and record results to ensure products meet quality standards
  • Select proper welding procedures, electrode types, and welding sequences to prevent distortion and ensure proper fusion
  • Perform tack welding and final welds for both mechanical strength and appearance
  • Inspect materials for defects and prepare parts by filing or grinding as needed
  • Conduct first-piece and periodic quality inspections throughout production runs
  • Change wire reels, clean wire guides, and perform basic equipment upkeep
  • Operate hoists, pallet jacks, forklifts, and other material handling equipment as needed
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
  • Communicate equipment issues or production concerns to supervisors promptly

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Experience using measuring and inspection equipment
  • Working knowledge of welding equipment and welding processes
  • Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Ability to follow safety procedures and wear required PPE
 Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance 
  • Paid Sick Time
  • WEEKLY pay
  • Direct Deposit 
  • $100 Referral Bonus (+$50 for the person being referred)
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