Welding Jobs in Arkansas

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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Welder - 1st Shift

  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago

activities and operate all welding equipment and tooling in a safe manner Meet production requirements and standards Verify welding results through inspections and weld tests, if necessary Fabricate...

Welder-Paragould

  • Paragould, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Paragould, AR
  • 2 days ago

Visually inspects welds, repairs defective welds, and performs minor repairs to welding equipment. Performs occasional air, arc or flame cutting to repair defective welds....

Tig / Fusion Welder

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago

welding test - inside seam throat weld on corner sample Monday - Friday position working 7: 00 AM - 3: 30 PM with occasional OT...

Welder Helper - Wynne, AR

  • Wynne, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Wynne, AR
  • 4 days ago

Proficiency in welding or possession of a welding certificate, gained through professional, personal, or volunteer experience....

Welder - Maintenance (Hickman)

  • Blytheville, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Blytheville, AR
  • 4 days ago

Must be able to carbon arc gouge the back side of butt joints to sound metal. Welder Physical Demands: Ability to lift at least 50 pounds frequently....

Aerospace TIG Welder 2nd Shift

  • Springdale, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 5 days ago

weld processes (RSW, Dabber,) and oxyacetylene welding....

MIG Welder

  • Russellville, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Russellville, AR
  • 5 days ago

Job Requirements: Previous MIG Welding experience required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred....

Welder

  • Russellville, AR
  • 5 days ago
  • Russellville, AR
  • 5 days ago

, and repairing metal parts using various welding techniques....

Container Welder Technician

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 6 days ago

Pay: Up to $23+/ HR Depending on experience Shift: 1st 6:00 am - 3:30 pm M-F, occasional Saturdays What is the value of a WM job? The value of a WM job is more than a paycheck. It's a way to...

Welder/Insulator- Winding Team

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 6 days ago

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, well give you what you need to make it...

Combo Pipe Welders - Blytheville, AR

  • Blytheville, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Blytheville, AR
  • 7 days ago

, mig, tig, and flux core welding techniques to weld various components in varying positions Experience and Requirements: Combo Pipe Welding in an industrial setting is preferred OSHA Approved Met-Guard...

Combo Pipe Welder - Blytheville, AR - 9\/4-9\/11

  • Blytheville, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Blytheville, AR
  • 7 days ago

able to make precise measurements Use stick, mig, tig, and flux core welding techniques to weld various components in varying positions Experience and Requirements: Combo Pipe Welding in an industrial...

Welder II

  • Ash Flat, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Ash Flat, AR
  • 7 days ago

Welders are responsible for using Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding to fabricate products from blueprints with careful attention to detail to meet and exceed customer expectations....

Advanced Welder

  • Flippin, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Flippin, AR
  • 7 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Advanced Welder welds, cuts, and brazes metal pieces and products by using pneumatic grinding and hand welding equipment....

Welder 3 (Lead)

  • Marmaduke, AR
  • 7 days ago
  • Marmaduke, AR
  • 7 days ago

When using weld machine, maintains heat and speed of travel to assure penetration and weld bead size. Grinds work incidental to welding, removes weld slag, and preheats work....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Arkansas

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Arkansas offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.6%
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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