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Custom Machine Assembly Technician (Hydraulic/Pneumatic Systems) & Fabrication Welder

$20 per hour

TekPro Engineering

Job Description

Job Description

Are You the Builder or the Welder We’re Looking For?

Location: Crystal Lake, IL • Sector: Industrial Equipment Manufacturing

We’re recruiting on behalf of a family-owned manufacturer with 65+ years in business, 200+ employees, global facilities, and a recently expanded plant. Demand is strong with orders scheduled years ahead.

Quick Snapshot
  • Open Roles: Machine Builder / Assembler; Welder / Fabricator
  • Shift: 1st Shift — 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM
  • Pay: Machine Builder/Assembler — upper $20s/hr | Welder/Fabricator — $23.00–$28.00/hr
  • Extras: Voluntary overtime, long-term stability, career growth
Answer Yes to These? For Machine Builders / Assemblers
  • Can you read blueprints and mechanical drawings with confidence?
  • Do you enjoy assembling complex, large-scale industrial machinery?
  • Have you worked with hydraulic and pneumatic components?
  • Are you comfortable with mechanical assembly, light fabrication, and equipment startup?
  • Bonus: Any prior welding experience?
For Welders / Fabricators
  • Can you interpret blueprints and weld symbols accurately?
  • Is MIG and TIG welding on steel and stainless part of your toolkit?
  • Do you fabricate and assemble custom equipment from the ground up?
  • Will you inspect your work to ensure every spec is met?
Why Join
  • 65+ years of family-owned stability with global reach
  • Expanded facility and strong backlog—work booked years ahead
  • Predictable 1st shift schedule with optional overtime
  • Clear pathways for advancement and skill growth
What We Value
  • Experience in mechanical assembly, fabrication, machine building, or welding
  • Blueprint/drawing literacy and strong mechanical aptitude
  • Background with industrial equipment or custom machinery preferred
  • Dependable team players seeking a long-term fit
Next Steps

Apply and upload your resume. If you’re a match, you’ll hear from us for a brief initial screening.

Questions? I’m Trisha at TekPro—happy to connect.

About TekPro

TekPro connects skilled professionals with long-term roles at top manufacturing and engineering companies nationwide.

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