Welding Jobs in Minnesota

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.

1-15 of 131 Jobs

Fabricator

  • Litchfield, MN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Litchfield, MN
  • 1 hour ago

Job Information Knowledgeable and capable of operating fabrication machines that may include Break, Plasma, Punch Press, Saw, Shear Operations, laser and folding machine. Operates power brake to...

Production Welder

  • Sleepy Eye, MN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Sleepy Eye, MN
  • 9 hours ago

Beginning level experience in MIG, TIG, and flex core welding Team oriented....

Welder - Now Hiring

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

(heavy lifting) skills: TIG welding Able to read blueprints & schematics Operate manufacturing machinery Able to read CAD Drawings MIG welding dress code: Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be...

Experienced Welder/Fabricator

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

Checkpoint Welding and Fabrication, a family owned general job-shop is looking to add an experienced welder/fabricator to our team....

Welder Fabricator

  • Anoka, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Anoka, MN
  • 1 day ago

Welder Fabricator Anoka, Minnesota - Posted on August 8, 2025 Published By Brittanie Cox Trillium Construction is seeking a Shop Certified Welder / Fabricator for a project in Ramsey, MN that has experience...

Fabricator

  • Minetonka Mls, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minetonka Mls, MN
  • 1 day ago

Sheet Metal Fabricator Job Description Join our team as a Sheet Metal Fabricator, where you will support various departments within our shop. The majority of your work will involve working with...

Welder

  • Cannon Falls, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Cannon Falls, MN
  • 1 day ago

The successful candidate will be responsible for welding custom parts in the cart industry according to customer-specific blueprints....

Senior Production Welder

  • Litchfield, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Litchfield, MN
  • 1 day ago

Proficient welds in all positions: flat, horizontal, vertical, overhead, and down. Perform inspections as required by standards. Qualifications: MIG and/or TIG welding experience required....

Welder - 2nd shift - Now Hiring

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 1-2 year welding degree or High School degree with a minimum of 3 years relevant welding experience. Must pass a FCAW 3G and GMAW-SC 2G weld test....

TIG Welder - Pay Up To $30/hour Around Plymouth, MN.

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 2 days ago

TIG weld stainless steel components, ensuring precision and quality. Read and interpret weld symbols on blueprints. Tack own welds as needed....

Experienced TIG Welder, 1st Shift (M-F, 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.)

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 3 days ago

to operate hand tools to prep and dress welds as required Basic computer skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Five years of aluminum TIG welding experience Five years of steel GMAW experience PHYSICAL DEMANDS...

Painter, Sand Blaster, & Welder Needed

  • Kimball, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Kimball, MN
  • 3 days ago

Painter, Sand Blaster, & Welder Needed (Kimball) Kimball Railcar Services 211 Willow Creek Road near HWY 15 compensation: Paid Weekly, Starting at $18-20/hr,, benefit program after probationary...

MIG Welder

  • Shakopee, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Shakopee, MN
  • 3 days ago

What You'll Do: Perform MIG welding on custom metal components Read and interpret blueprints and project plans Handle layout, tacking, and fabrication tasks Use shop math and tape measures for precision...

TIG Welder

  • Chanhassen, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chanhassen, MN
  • 3 days ago

Hiring: TIG Welder - 5 years exp - $30+ 2nd shift: 4pm-2:30am M-Th Description This is all Tig welding 90% and Mig welding 10% on stainless....

Welder 2

  • Cannon Falls, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Cannon Falls, MN
  • 3 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 Minnesota

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Minnesota offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.0%
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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