Welder I - 1st Shift - HIRING BONUS
Jtec Industries, Inc. - Material Movement Experts · East Peoria, IL · 1 mo ago
Management$21–$28/hrFull-time
Jtec Industries designs and builds innovative material‑handling equipment used across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. We are a vertically integrated operation—machining, welding, painting, assembling, and shipping all under one roof—and we invest in the growth and success of our team.
About the Role
The Welder I position is responsible for welding metal components using hand‑welding equipment and ensuring weld quality meets specifications.
Responsibilities
- Perform welding in flat, vertical, and overhead positions
- Inspect and verify parts for accuracy
- Maintain consistent, high-quality welds
- Meet hourly and job‑based weld output goals
- Use common welding hand and power tools
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Welding certificate or equivalent experience
Working Conditions: Industrial fabrication environment; exposure to weld fumes, noise, and heat; standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), bending, and reaching required.
Pay
- $1500 sign‑on bonus for welders with 6 months or greater previous equivalent production weld experience (eligible for offers given 8/14/26 and after, start date on or prior to 9/14/26)
- $21.00 – $28.00 per hour, dependent on experience
- Competitive pay, regularly benchmarked
Benefits
- 401(k) with strong company match
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company‑paid life insurance
- HSA/FSA options
- PTO starting Day 1
- 8 paid holidays
- Wellness programs + frequent employee food events and activities
Schedule
Full‑time, 40 hrs/week with possible overtime