Welding Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

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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A Welder

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Essential Job Summary: The A Welder / Fabricator is a senior-level technician responsible for high-quality welding, fabrication, and structural rebuilding of steel containers and compactors....

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Sheet Metal Fabricator

  • metal craft, llc
  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • moments ago
  • Keyport, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • moments ago

Job Order Number: DF0797618 Job Title: Sheet Metal Fabricator Company: metal craft, llc Location: Keyport, NJ Salary: Education: Information Not Provided Experience: Information Not Provided...

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Tig Welder

  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Clifton, NJ (14 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES oSet up welding machines oRead and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements oFit and TIG weld stainless steel components based on...

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Fabricator / Polisher - Granite/Quartz Countertops

  • Ridgewood, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Ridgewood, NJ (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Kitchen countertops company looking for Stone Fabricator & Polisher Must have experience working with granite or quartz: cutting, polishing, sink cutouts. Full time position, 5 days a week. Must...

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Metal Shop Foreman/Fabricator

  • Maspeth, NY (4 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Maspeth, NY (4 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 3 days ago

welding (stainless, steel, aluminum and bronze) -waterjet and hydraulic brake experience and/or ability to learn full time (immediate start) hourly rate (commensurate with experience)...

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Mechanic B - Welder L1-2, Steam Dist.

  • Consolidated Edison
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Knowledge in the following areas: confined space entry, basic pumps, coupling alignment, bearing maintenance, pipe fitting, oxy-acetylene torch cutting, rigging, scaffolding, mechanical drawing, boiler...

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Welder

  • Aerotek
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 6 days ago

What You Bring Proficiency in Flux Core, TIG, and MIG welding. Handson experience with structural steel and framework welding. Valid NYC DOB Welding License....

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FABRICATOR Skilled Tig Welder

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 7 days ago

We are looking for an experienced fabricator with extensive experience TIG welding brass/ bronze and aluminum....

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Dump Truck/Hydraulic Installer Welder/Fabricator WANTED

  • Lodi, NJ (13 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lodi, NJ (13 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities: Liftgate installation and repair Truck body and frame welding Chassis alterations including stretches and shortenings Installations of PTO's, Hooklift systems, Dump bodies, electric...

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Welder

  • New Rochelle, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Rochelle, NY (18 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 9 days ago

un WELDER (New Rochelle) compensation: Excellent, based on experience and abilities employment type: job title: Welder Welder Position with UNLIMITED GROWTH POTENTIAL MIG and TIG welding experience...

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MIG and TIG Welders

  • Donaldson Inc.
  • Baldwin, NY (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Baldwin, NY (20 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 12 days ago

Key words: MIG Welding, TIG Welding, Fabrication, Blueprint Reading, Metalwork, Production Environment Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability and Veterans Employment opportunities for positions...

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Welder / Fitter Wanted for Family-Owned Mfg Company

  • Aurora Industrial Machining (AIM Heat Exchangers)
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY (3 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 14 days ago

engineering drawings Experience with MIG welding a plus Detail-oriented with a commitment to meeting strict quality and documentation requirements Reliable transportation Pay & Benefits All required...

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Sr Fabricator, Non-Pwr GSE

  • FedEx
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Uses hand torches, welding, and fabrication skills to ensure proper operation of equipment....

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Welder II

  • 1 Resource Group
  • Harrison, NY (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 18 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (24 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 18 days ago

Minimum Qualifications Minimum of three (3) years of welding and fabrication experience required....

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Entry-Level B Welder Containers & Compactors

  • Interstate Waste Services
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 22 days ago
  • Lyndhurst, NJ (9 miles from Brooklyn, NY)
  • 22 days ago

Perform MIG welding, stick welding and torch cutting on steel containers and compactors following basic repair instructions....

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Demographic Data for Brooklyn, NY

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Brooklyn, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Brooklyn, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
39.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
30.8%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Bachelor's Degree
9.0%
Some College
2.8%
Master's Degree
2.7%
Some High School
1.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.2%


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