Welder II — 2nd Shift, Air‑Conditioned Shop, Growth

The Caldwell Group Inc; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Air-conditioned shop

Job summary

The Caldwell Group Inc in Rockford, IL is seeking a Welder 2 for the 2nd shift to fabricate and weld heavy lifting equipment. You will perform MIG welding, read blueprints, and use overhead cranes to position weldments.

The role requires a minimum high school diploma and at least 3 years of welding experience, with proficiency up to 3/8 inch. We offer an air-conditioned shop, hands-on training, mentorship, and clear advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years MIG welding and blueprint reading experience.
• Proficiency welding up to 3/8 in; metal fabrication.
• Overhead crane and forklift certification preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform layout for drilling.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and weld on heavy lifting equipment.
• Perform basic fit-up and MIG welds.
• Weld plates up to 1/4 inch thickness.
• Use overhead crane to position weldments.
• Maintain safety and comply with rules.
• Follow Caldwell values in daily work.

Skills

MIG welding

Read blueprints

Overhead crane operation

Forklift operation

Layout and fit-up

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand plasma

Air arc tools

Job description

The Caldwell Group Inc in Rockford, IL is seeking a Welder 2 for the 2nd shift to fabricate and weld heavy lifting equipment. You will perform MIG welding, read blueprints, and use overhead cranes to position weldments.

The role requires a minimum high school diploma and at least 3 years of welding experience, with proficiency up to 3/8 inch. We offer an air-conditioned shop, hands-on training, mentorship, and clear advancement opportunities.