Welding Jobs

A Welder in the construction industry plays a vital role in the building and repairing of structures, equipment, and various types of machinery. They use intense heat to fuse metal pieces together, following detailed schematic drawings to assemble structural metal products, such as frameworks or shells for machinery or metal parts for buildings or bridges. A knowledgeable welder not only performs welding tasks but also handles materials planning, preparation, and setup for welding. They also ensure the use of correct welding procedures to meet specifications, inspect structures or materials to be welded, and maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety.

Key skills for a Welder include manual dexterity, technical skills, physical strength and stamina, attention to detail, and effective communication skills. Welders should be adept at using hand and power tools and have a keen understanding of metallurgy and welding techniques. Most employers require welders to have a high school diploma or equivalent and to complete vocational training or an apprenticeship in welding. Some jobs may also require Welding Certification from a recognized institution such as the American Welding Society (AWS). Prior to becoming a Welder, a person might work as a Welder's Helper, Welding Intern, or a Fabricator.

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Weyerhaeuser

Temporary Welder

Ability to perform welding and proficient use of cutting tools,(torches, metabos, etc). Must be able to successfully pass a structural welding test....

MIG Welder

  • Lansing, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 3 days ago

FREE ONLINE skills training Job Requirements Minimum 12 months relevant MIG welding experience Attention to detail Able to use basic hand and power tools Basic Math Mechanical aptitude Able to read...

Structural Welder

Pay Rates: *$35/hr - $110 Per diem/ daily Structural Welder Job Description : Use of welding process flux core: FCAW Use of welding process stick welding: SMAW Use of welding positions vertical (3G)...

hood, and basic hand tools Must be able to weld in the 1G position using a manual welding process....

Aluminum Fabricator Lead

  • Hahnville, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Hahnville, LA
  • 8 days ago

** This role is not open for submission from outside staffing agencies** Lead Custom Aluminum Fabricator (Must have custom aluminum door fabrication experience in the glass industry) What Brought...

Up-Side Management Company

Welder

Inspect and test welds to ensure quality and durability Maintain welding equipment and tools in good working order Work collaboratively in and out of the shop and with other trades to complete projects...

Fabricator II In this job you will set-up and operate three-four pieces of fabrication or laser cutting equipment of moderate to advanced complexity using technical drawings, blueprints, or other...

Welder I (2:30pm to 11:00pm) 2nd shift

  • Westmont, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Westmont, IL
  • 10 days ago

welding equipment Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material Must have basic computer skills Must be able to perform Mig and Tig welding The physical demands of the job are:...

Mechanic 4 ( Welder / Trailer )

  • Elwood, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Elwood, IL
  • 10 days ago

Using welding equipment. Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned....

Perfection Fence Corp.

Metal Fabricator / Welder

POSITION / QUALIFICATIONS •Welding Experience; MIG, TIG, Stick, Arc (Stainless Steel and Aluminum Experience Required) •Equipment Experience; vertical mill, pyramid bender, bandsaws, press brake, iron...

Fabricator II In this job you will set-up and operate three-four pieces of fabrication or laser cutting equipment of moderate to advanced complexity using technical drawings, blueprints, or other...

Fabricator I (5:00am to 1:30pm)

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 13 days ago

Fabricator I In this job you will set-up and operate one-two pieces of fabrication equipment of basic to moderate complexity using drawing, blueprints, or other specifications to form metal parts...

Welder I (9:00pm to 5:30am) 3rd Shift

  • Joliet, IL
  • 14 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 14 days ago

welding equipment Must be able to read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material Must have basic computer skills Must be able to perform Mig and Tig welding The physical demands of the job are:...

Welder - 2ND Shift

  • Taneytown, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Taneytown, MD
  • 17 days ago

Role Summary: This position welds parts and components for equipment, products, and installations by means of MIG, MAG, TIG, electrode welds or any other welding application....

Lead Aluminum Fabricator

  • Harahan, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Harahan, LA
  • 30+ days ago

** This role is not open for submission from outside staffing agencies** Lead Custom Aluminum Fabricator (Must have custom aluminum door fabrication experience in the glass industry) What Brought...

Welding Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Welding and Joining Processes
Discusses a wide variety of processes and materials from the viewpoint of their fundamental physical and chemical properties. Specific topics: cold welding, adhesive bonding, diffusion bonding,...
Welding Metallurgy-1, for Certified Welding Inspector
The CWI exam consists of three partsPart A - FundamentalsPart B - Practical,Part C - Code Book Applications.Part A is a closed-book exam that consists of 150 questions on the welding fundamentals,...
Advanced Welding Metallurgy for Certified Welding Inspectors
The CWI exam consists of three partsPart A FundamentalsPart B PracticalPart C Code Book ApplicationsPart A is a closed-book exam that consists of 150 questions on the welding fundamentals, terms...

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Weldings offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.4%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Bachelor's Degree
8.9%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.6%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.2%


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