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Spherion Staffing, LLC
TIG Welder
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A Welder or Solderer uses welding equipment to solder or heat and bind pieces of metal together.
$45,676 / year median in Illinois
+0% projected growth
Job Description
Construction, trades & mining
Tig welder
TIG WELDER.
rockton, illinois Posted 8/13/2026 Closes 9/13/2026 Job details Summary Spherion $25.71 per hour Temp to Perm 3:35 PM- 2:05 AM Industry construction, trades & mining (Construction and Extraction Occupations) Reference number S_179264 Are you an experienced welder looking for a high-precision fabrication role with competitive pay?
Compensation:
$25.71/hr.Benefits:
Full benefits package available once converted to permanent hire.
Shift/schedule:
2ndShift:
3:35pm- 2:05am (Monday-Thursday)
- Employment type: Temp-to-Hire (TTH)
- Growth or other perks: Enjoy 3-day weekends and full benefits upon conversion to permanent hire. What You'll Do
- Read production orders and blueprints to select proper fixtures, electrodes, and parameters based on the metal type and join specifications.
- Set up and operate Heli, TIG, MIG, and Stick welding equipment, including setting wire feed speed, voltage, current, and torch angles.
- Secure components in fixtures and weld assembly parts (grills, switch arms, beaters, hoods, helix blades, gear mounts) under tight tolerances using cold-rolled steel, aluminum, ampco, and stainless steel. ...
- Clean workpieces using grinders and chisels; visually inspect welds and perform 300 PSI pressure testing on finished welds.
- Grind and reweld any deficient welds or scraper blades to meet strict quality guidelines.
- Organize completed parts, perform routine preventive maintenance on welding machinery, and maintain accurate daily production records. What You'll Bring
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, plus at least 6 months of vocational or specialized technical training beyond high school.Experience:
2 years of related welding experience (MIG, TIG, Stick, and Heli arc welding preferred).Technical & Blueprint Skills:
Ability to read and interpret welding blueprints, process sheets, and layout specifications across multiple metal types.Quality & Precision:
Experience performing visual weld inspections, grinding/cleaning welds, and pressure-testing components.
Physical Capabilities:
Steady active physical stamina with regular speed, manual accuracy, and safety focus throughout the shift.Responsibilities:
See above Working hours: 3:35 PM- 2:05