Employers continue to post openings for skilled trades positions in Decatur. Commercial journeyman electricians and electrical helpers are needed for a long-term new construction project.14 Flux core welders are sought to perform structural welds on various metals.15 Manual machinists with lathe experience are also in demand, with pay ranging from $30 to $35 per hour.17
Additional Trades Hiring
Construction plumbers and sheet metal mechanics positions are listed among the skilled trades jobs available.56 Aerotek is hiring multi-axis CNC machinists, while Lee Company seeks construction plumbers and sheet metal workers.56 These postings reflect active recruitment by staffing firms and contractors such as Trillium Staffing, QLM, Aerotek, and Lee Company.
The Project MFG National Championship, held May 12-15 at Calhoun Community College, brought top students to compete in advanced manufacturing skills like automation and robotics. The event highlights the importance of trades expertise in sectors including aerospace and energy.55
Training and Apprenticeships
Local workers interested in entering these fields can access training programs nearby. The North Alabama Craft Training Foundation offers registered apprenticeship classes in Decatur for various crafts.30 Calhoun Community College provides apprenticeships including through Sweety Welding in nearby Tanner.31 North Alabama Electrical Training Alliance supports electrical training opportunities.34
Near-term opportunities include ongoing job applications and enrollment in apprenticeships to meet manufacturing needs. Workers can apply directly via Trillium Staffing, QLM, and Indeed for machinists. Training sites include ABC North Alabama, Calhoun Community College, and Alabama Talent Triad.
14 Trillium Staffing job posting.
15 QLM job posting.
17 Indeed job posting.
30 North Alabama Craft Training.
31 Calhoun apprenticeships.
34 NAETA.
55 Project MFG event.
56 Additional jobs.