Welding Jobs in Montana

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

  • Lewistown, MT
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lewistown, MT
  • 4 hours ago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Welding and Fabrication: Perform welding operations (MIG, TIG, and other relevant techniques) on various metals, including aluminum, steel, and stainless steel....

Team Shift Lead Welder-NIGHT SHIFT-Monda

  • Billings, MT
  • 6 hours ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 6 hours ago

Coordinate movement of all hazardous materials with Material Hand Job Responsibilities: Evaluate engineering drawings and ensure implementation according to welding specifications Perform all welding...

Team Shift Lead Welder-NIGHT SHIFT-Monday-Thursday

  • Billings, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 1 day ago

Coordinate movement of all hazardous materials with Material Hand Job Responsibilities: Evaluate engineering drawings and ensure implementation according to welding specifications Perform all welding...

Skilled Welder

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 1 day ago

Big Sky Welding is looking for a skilled welder with 10+ years of experience in structural and architectural welding....

Welder/Fabricator

  • Belgrade, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Belgrade, MT
  • 1 day ago

Welder/Fabricator (Belgrade, MT) Seeking an experienced Welder/ Fabricator - - $30+ per hour, DOE This is a full-time/year-round position....

2nd Shift Welder

  • Billings, MT
  • 4 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 4 days ago

Essential Skills 5 years of MIG welding experience, including 1 year of structural steel welding. Ability to lift up to 70 lbs....

Granite Fabricator

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 5 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 5 days ago

Granite Fabricator Mountain Stone Fabrication is looking to add 2 more experienced fabricators to our team. We specialize in granite, quartz and quartzite fabrication. Shop is equipped with a 5...

Bin Welder 2nd Shift

  • MT
  • 7 days ago
  • MT
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Operate manual and automated welding equipment to repair welds, holes and metal parts on containers and equipment as needed. Positions parts using clamps and tack welds....

Intern-Welder

  • Billings, MT
  • 7 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 7 days ago

Experience with a variety of SMAW and FCAW welding electrodes. Experience with carbon arc gouging. Experience with Oxy/Acetylene cutting....

Senior Welder, Industrial Services

  • Missoula, MT
  • 8 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 8 days ago

tests Must be able to perform both stick and tig welds on both carbon and stainless-steel pipe Must be able to utilize large weld rods (3/16" minimum) in all positions and in an effective and efficient...

Welder/Fabricator

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 13 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 13 days ago

Express Employment Professionals Welder/Fabricator in Kalispell , Montana Seeking skilled Welders to join top local company in the Flathead Valley....

Welder/Fabricator (Night Shift)

  • Billings, MT
  • 14 days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 14 days ago

Welder/Fabricator NIGHT SHIFT: 4:15 pm - 2:45 am, Monday - Thursday (OT as required) PAY RATE: $25.00 - 28.00+ per hour (DOE, Including Shift Differential) LOCATION: Billings, MT Come weld with us!...

Track Maintenance (Laborer, Truck Driver, Welder)

  • Livingston, MT
  • 16 days ago
  • Livingston, MT
  • 16 days ago

Welding, grinding, and cutting rail, learning, understanding, and following BNSF welding procedures and as maintaining records and time sheets.In addition to operating welding trucks safely and efficiently...

Welder

  • Missoula, MT
  • 21 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 21 days ago

Performs welds on various products using MIG and TIG welding processes in all positions. All parts and assemblies are type 304L and type 316L stainless steel....

Mechanic/Welder

  • Billings, MT
  • 30+ days ago
  • Billings, MT
  • 30+ days ago

Working mechanical knowledge and basic welding skills. Aluminum welding experience a plus. Ability to work in confined spaces....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Montana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Montana 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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