Welding Jobs in El Cajon, CA

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 Helper/Fire Watch Needed

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 6 hours ago

Friday) DURATION: 1 week START DATE: ASAP Responsibilities: Assist welders with tools, materials, and preparation Maintain a clean and organized work area Monitor work zones for fire hazards during welding...

Stone Fabricator/Installer/helper

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Custom stone/quartz and porcelain fabrication and installation company. We are looking for experienced helper/Fabricator also interested in installer Must be able to communicate in English....

Welder/Fabricator With Tig Experience...

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Prepares, assembles, and tacks weld parts and surfaces to be welded. Maintains, organizes, and cleans equipment and the work area....

Welder III

  • National City, CA (14 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • National City, CA (14 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago

equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, carbon arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, submerged arc welding and...

Welder I

  • National City, CA (14 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • National City, CA (14 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago

equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, carbon arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, submerged arc welding and...

Welder II

  • National City, CA (14 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • National City, CA (14 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 2 days ago

equipment to fuse metal segments, using processes such as gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, carbon arc, plasma arc, shielded metal arc, resistance welding, submerged arc welding and...

El Cajon - Sheet Metal Fabricator - 1st Shift

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 2 days ago

Engage in resistance welding and plasma cutting. Set up and run shear, CNC Turret Punch Press, Punch Press, Press Brake, Spotwelder, and other equipment....

Industrial Fabricator/Welder

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 3 days ago

We are in need of a fabricator with field experience in industrial settings. Must have skills working with all types of materials (alloys, sizes, and shapes). Piping experience is a big plus....

Certified Welder

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 6 days ago

The applicant is responsible for completing fabrication of formed metal parts including welding. About Us We are a growing manufacturer located in El Cajon....

Fabricator - Certified - 1st Shift - Repair Solutions

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 8 days ago

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards...

Fabricator - Certified/ Technician - 3rd Shift - Repair Solutions

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 8 days ago

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards...

EB Welder - Repair Solutions

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 11 days ago

May also clean, tack and weld production hardware using both auto and manual EB (Electron Beam) welding techniques on a variety of metals. Acts as mentor for junior Welders....

Fabricator - Certified / Technician - 2nd Shift - Repair Solutions

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 11 days ago

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities. GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards...

Pipe Welder

  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA (18 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago

would have experience in TIG welding, pipe welding and stainless steel experience....

Welder

  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Escondido, CA (22 miles from El Cajon, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Position and clamp components in holding fixtures or on turntables to weld the products. Essential Skills Proficiency in TIG and Flux core welding. Experience with MIG welding....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in El Cajon, CA

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in El Cajon, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.5%
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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