Posted August 23, 2026
3rd Shift Leak Test Technician (TIG Weld)
Hughes Recruiting & Consulting
Sterling, IL, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Leak Tester - 3rd Shift: Sterling, Illinois
Our customer in Sterling, Illinois is seeking motivated individuals to join their team. We’re recruiting Leak Testers to work full-time on 3rd shift. As a Leak Tester, you will be responsible for MIG and TIG welding, setting up welders, reading blueprints, and ensuring product quality. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to operate necessary equipment.
Responsibilities of the Leak Tester:
- Perform MIG and TIG welding efficiently.
- Correctly set up MIG and TIG welders for wire speed and/or amperage.
- Properly set up and use an oxygen/acetylene torch for cutting as needed.
- Accurately cut off and replace weldments, including elements in radiators.
- Scan and transact finished radiators in the computer system.
- Read and interpret blueprints.
- Read a metric tape measure.
- Safely operate an overhead crane.
- Maintain company safety standards, including PPE usage and safe work practices.
- Keep work areas clean and hazard-free.
- Perform any other duties as required.
Leak Tester Requirements and Qualifications:
- Steel-toed shoes required for safety.
- Must pass a 4-panel drug test.
- Experience in MIG and TIG welding preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints and use precision measuring tools.
- Previous machine operation experience is a plus but will train the right candidate.
Pay for Leak Tester: Starting at $23.42/hour.
Leak Tester Benefits:
- Health insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401k with company match.
- Paid weekly.
- Direct deposit.
- Paid training.
Type: 3rd Shift, Full-time
Schedule: Monday - Friday from 10:00pm – 6:00am. Will train on 1st for 4 weeks.
Apply now!
Are you ready to move from the worries of today to your dreams of tomorrow? If so, give Hughes a call. We are the top-rated staffing, recruiting, and HR experts in the region. We are headquartered in Sterling, IL and have 11 locations across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. Where we have offices, we have connections to the best local jobs! Walk in our doors and you’ll find friendly professional staff who dig deep, get results, and most importantly have fun! The reviews speak for themselves, at Hughes we quickly hook you up with companies that offer competitive pay rates, great culture & benefits, and a chance to elevate your life. We offer health insurance and 401(k) too to all our employees. To get the ball rolling, visit us online at www.hughesrecruiting.com and complete our application. We’ll be in touch soon!
