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Pressure Vessel Fabrication Welder — FCAW/GTAW

Mason Manufacturing, LLC
Decatur, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/17/2026
Are you a code-driven welder who thrives under scrutiny?

If you take pride in meeting ASME Section VIII, Division 1 standards and enjoy collaborating directly with inspectors, this role is for you.

What you’ll do

  • Weld to customer specifications, applicable code, and recognized industry practices
  • Run FCAW with confident, precise back-gouging; apply GTAW/SMAW as needed
  • Keep every segment clean and ready for inspection approval
  • Maintain accurate labor records and complete project documentation on time
  • Work safely and efficiently while caring for company tools
  • Coordinate your daily plan with the Plant Foreman and Assigned Fitter
  • Communicate with the Internal Quality Control Manager and respond to customer site inspectors and the Authorized Inspector
  • Operate effectively with limited supervision; manage your schedule to hit deadlines without defects

Who you’ll work with

Reports to: Director of Operations

Must-haves

  • Proven welding ability demonstrated through Mason’s weld test
  • Capability to earn and maintain required production weld certifications
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints with accuracy
  • Team-oriented mindset, dependable, and punctual

Nice-to-haves

  • 3 years in vessel fabrication
  • Knowledge of ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code, Section VIII, Division 1

Schedule & location

  • Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
  • Work Location: In person
  • Job Type: Full-time

Proficiencies we value

  • Driver's License
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Tape Measure Reading
  • Forklift Licensed
  • Crane Operation
  • High School / GED
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Blueprint Reading

Tools & technologies

  • Manual Grinder
  • GTAW Welder
  • SMAW Welder
  • Flux-Cored Arc Welder

Compensation & benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, a 401(k) with matching, and an Employee Assistance Program.

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Salary : $23 - $29

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