Welding Jobs in Dyer, IN

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.

1-10 of 10 Jobs

Welder - 1st Shift

  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Operating welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials Planning work by interpreting blueprints Determining welding position and type of metal to...

Welder

  • University Park, IL (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • University Park, IL (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 6 days ago

read blueprints + Use a hand cart to pull material orders + Complete projects within specified target times + Lift up to 75 lbs + Operate hydraulic welding table + Spend 90% of the day on MIG welding...

Robotic Welder Operator

  • Crown Point, IN (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Qualifications Ability to set up and operate robotic welding machine Ability to load and edit programs to welding robot Ability to mig weld, familiar with mig welding processes Read...

Welder/Fabricator

  • Gary, IN (12 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Gary, IN (12 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 15 days ago

, fitting, welding, and threading Use horizontal and vertical saws, torch, and cut off wheel Set up and operate all welding machines, be able to do basic troubleshooting Set up and operate all machines...

Welder

  • South Holland, IL (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 26 days ago
  • South Holland, IL (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 26 days ago

and mig welding....

Welder

  • Hazel Crest, IL (11 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Hazel Crest, IL (11 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 29 days ago

For each welding process welders are required to pass two full penetration groove weld tests....

Welder

  • Dyer, IN
  • 29 days ago
  • Dyer, IN
  • 29 days ago

Welder/Inspector is responsible for identifying and repairing issues with machined and welded parts....

TIG Welder

  • Frankfort, IL (17 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frankfort, IL (17 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Perform TIG welding on stainless steel Fabricate using drill presses, saws, shears, grinders, and other tools Utilize blueprints for welding tasks Use measuring devices such as tape...

Mechanic 1R / Welder

  • Lansing, IL (7 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lansing, IL (7 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 45+ days ago

Experience with TIG welding. Dynamic, ambitious and engaged team player. Quality Carriers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer....

Welder III

  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 90+ days ago

Aligns and welds components of metal tools, wires, fixtures and other metal products. May utilize different types of welding systems for different tasks....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Dyer, IN

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Dyer, IN 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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