What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Rebar & Assembly Welder (Precast Manufacturing) position at Thompson Pipe - USA?
Imagine starting your morning at 5:00 AM in a team that turns steel and concrete into durable pressure pipe. At Thompson Pipe Group – Pressure in South Beloit, IL, you’ll help shape infrastructure—tying rebar, setting up welds for smooth production runs, finishing concrete, and keeping materials flowing. If you bring reliability and a safety-first mindset, we’ll teach you the rest.
Your first 90 days: a clear pathWe believe in transparent, contract-defined pay. Here’s how you progress:
- $17.31/hour on day one
- $18.71/hour at 30 days
- $20.11/hour at 60 days
- $21.51/hour at 90 days (full Laborer rate set by contract)
Plus, earn daily overtime—time-and-a-half after 8 hours—and double time on Sundays and holidays. Many teammates average 15–17 OT hours weekly. At the top rate, typical OT plus retirement contributions can total about $76,000–$80,000 a year (first 90 days: ~$62,000–$65,000). Overtime varies with production and isn’t guaranteed.
Benefits that start quickly- Bonuses: $100 at 30 days, $200 at 60 days, $300 at 90 days
- Retirement: company deposits $2.16 for every hour you work after 30 working days—about $4,500/year; you contribute nothing
- Health insurance: medical, dental, vision, prescription, and disability—company pays $655/month for you or $1,966/month for family; starts the 1st of the month after 30 days
Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM (around 50 hours/week with OT), plus some Saturdays. Industrial environment; not air conditioned. Expect lifting of 35 lbs. PPE: hard hat, ear protection, steel-toe boots (we cover half the boot cost, up to two pairs/year) with rain and winter gear provided.
Tools, tech, and talent- Welding setups for production lines
- MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux-Cored Arc welding equipment
- Hand and power tools for grinding, patching, and finishing
- On-time attendance and a commitment to working safely
- Readiness for physical, hands-on work
- No experience required—training provided
Move into higher-paid, posted roles: Steel Welder or Crane Operator $22.13; Maintenance or Setup Welder $22.39; Ring Welder, Locomotive Crane, or Electrician $24.95; Working Foreman $25.27.
Walk-in and applyTuesday to Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
4416 Prairie Hill Rd., South Beloit, IL 61080
Bring a photo ID. Apply and speak with someone the same day.
*Offer depends on passing a physical and a drug and alcohol test.
*TPG Pressure, Inc. Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. Accommodations available on request.
Salary : $76,000 - $80,000