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Welder

Sargents Equipment
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 10/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/10/2026

Here at Sargent's Equipment & Repair Service, we strive to do nothing but the best, it's what we do!  As we grow, we are wanting a Brazer/Welder to join our team. We offer competitive pay along with benefits and much more. If you're looking to join a team environment and show your skills, then this is the home for you. Below you will see the Benefits we offer along with Requirements and more we are looking for. 


Overview:

Sargent's Equipment & Repair Service always provides the highest level of service expertise. Our factory trained technicians are exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable. Specializing in the scrap, recycling and demolition industries, we work with customers within the Midwest Region across the nation.

 

Job Description:

          This position consists of repairing mobile and stationary heavy equipment and equipment components for customers in various industries, in shop, and in the field. Repairs would include repair / maintenance welding, fabrication and producing one off components with various welding processes and fabrication procedures, and the removal and installation of components.

            Company furnishes electric grinders, pneumatic needle scalers, and consumable items. Candidates are required to furnish basic hand tools, measuring tools, and layout tools.

 

Benefits: 

  • Above Industry pay
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Weekly Pay
  • Vacation
  • Year End Bonus (based on Performance)


        

Job/Position Requirements:

This position requires a candidate who has an extensive background in welding and fabrication.


  • Can read weld/fabrication prints.

  • The ability to fabricate components with or without a print.

  • Can hand layout components from raw materials.

  • Is proficient in various welding and cutting processes including:

  • SMAW
    GMAW
    GMAW-F
    GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding)
    CAC (Carbon Arc Gouging)
    Oxy-Fuel Cutting
    Plasma Cutting
    Exothermic Cutting

  • Experience with fabrication equipment to create components using:

  • Metal Bandsaws
    Mag Drills / Drill Presses Ironworker / Punch Press
    Portable Line Boring (Not a Requirement but will train right candidate.)
    CNC Plasma (Not a requirement but will train.)

  • The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening.

  • The ability to drive a company vehicle or ability to obtain a CDL (CDL is a plus but not a requirement.)

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to communicate with manager, office staff, and customers.

 

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