Welding Jobs in Columbia, PA

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/Fitter (Navy Systems) Job Number (874) - EG

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

and subassemblies, working with ferrous, nonferrous metals, using conventional or automatic submerged arc welding and difficult positions of stick, tig, and manual arc welding of Navy equipment.Location...

Mig Welder - 4 Day Work Week

  • Ephrata, PA (18 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Ephrata, PA (18 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Pay - $24-28/hr to start Job Responsibilities: MIG or TIG Welding on stainless steel and aluminum materials Perform welding (AWS 3G/4G) according to blueprints Fabricate components from raw stock, as...

Prevailing Wage Welder

  • East York, PA (11 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • East York, PA (11 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications TIG welding experience is preferred. Direct experience with miscellaneous metals is highly preferred....

Welder/Laborer

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Candidates must be familiar with MIG and Stick welding, as well as working on a commercial construction job site....

Welder

  • East York, PA (11 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • East York, PA (11 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 19 hours ago

Additional Skills & Qualifications TIG welding experience is preferred. Direct experience with miscellaneous metals is highly preferred....

Tig Welder

  • Columbia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, PA
  • 1 day ago

TIG Welder/Fabricator** **Job Description** Join our team as a TIG Welder/Fabricator on the 2nd shift from 2pm to 10:30pm, Monday through Friday....

Entry Level Welder/Laborer

  • Dallastown, PA (14 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallastown, PA (14 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Candidates must be familiar with MIG and Stick welding, as well as working on a commercial construction job site....

YRK USW Welder (Trade School Partnership)

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Required Education, Experience, & Skills 0-1 Years weld experience currently enrolled or recent gradutate from Hobart Institute of Welding Technology or Tidewater Tech....

Fabricator

  • Denver, PA (23 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, PA (23 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Welder/Fabricator Job Description We are looking for a skilled Welder/Fabricator to join our team....

1st Shift Welder

  • Ephrata, PA (18 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ephrata, PA (18 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Pay - $24-28/hr to start Job Responsibilities: MIG or TIG Welding on stainless steel and aluminum materials Perform welding (AWS 3G/4G) according to blueprints Fabricate components from raw stock, as...

Entry Level TIG Welder Needed

  • Columbia, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, PA
  • 5 days ago

TIG Welder/Fabricator Shift and Pay 1st shift: 6am - 2:30pm (Mon-Fri) Pay Range: $19-21/hr Essential Skills Experience in TIG welding stainless steel....

TIG Welder - Aerospace- 1st Shift - 27-30/hr

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Skills 4+ years of welding experience (or equivalent schooling). Proficiency in TIG welding with an aesthetic focus....

Heavy Metal Fabricator

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Strong understanding of weld symbols. Strong mechanical aptitude. Proficiency in shop math. Ability to understand cuts, angles, and metal prep experience....

A 2nd shift Welder EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • York, PA (20 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 5 days ago

arc welding processes....

Welder And Fabricator

  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA (8 miles from Columbia, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Welder/Fabricator Job Description We are looking for a skilled Welder/Fabricator to join our team....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Columbia, PA

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Columbia, PA 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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