Welding Jobs in Connellsville, 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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TIG Welder

  • Mount Pleasant, PA (9 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Mount Pleasant, PA (9 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 12 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Perform high-quality TIG welding on stainless steel (11-16 gauge). Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and welding symbols....

Welder Operator

  • Donora, PA (19 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Donora, PA (19 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 5 days ago

, cut and braze metal pieces and products by using flame cutting, AST machines and hand welding equipment....

Welder

  • Acme, PA (8 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Acme, PA (8 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 5 days ago

Great opportunity to grow within the company Responsibilities Perform welding on stainless steel Read blueprints and follow work instructions Perform Flux Core, Tig and MIG welding **APPLY IMMEDIATELY...

Dow Shop Lead Fabricator

  • Monessen, PA (18 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Monessen, PA (18 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 10 days ago

Working knowledge of PVF products and basic welding functions with carbon and stainless-steel pipe....

Welders/Fitters

  • Brownsville, PA (19 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Brownsville, PA (19 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 11 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / SKILL / RESPONSIBILITIES:**- **Has passed Weld 3 test.**- **Welding qualification limited to welding horizontal(2F) and vertical (3F) fillet welds until they pass a fillet weld break...

Welder/ Fabricator

  • Donora, PA (19 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Donora, PA (19 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Welding of components in accordance with weld procedures and reading blue prints. Perform visual welding inspections. Assist the department foreman in meeting production targets....

Welder

  • Uniontown, PA (13 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Uniontown, PA (13 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 13 days ago

; or A welding certificate D1.1 from the American Welding Society; or An equivalent combination of experience and training....

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Welder

  • Mount Braddock, PA (7 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mount Braddock, PA (7 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 16 days ago

The welder will lay out, fit, and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, bridge parts, and pressure vessels, using knowledge of welding techniques, metallurgy...

Welder-1/C

  • United, PA (13 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • United, PA (13 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 17 days ago

to safety, and welding procedures....

TIG Welder

  • Somerset, PA (23 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Somerset, PA (23 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 25 days ago

CERTIFICATIONS- Certification and 2 years' experience in TIG welding- Must be able to be qualified in accordance with Government specifications to perform the assigned weld function.TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT...

Tig Welder

  • McKeesport, PA (24 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • McKeesport, PA (24 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of welding principles and demonstrate proficiency in TIG welding....

Welders/Fitters

  • Connellsville, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Connellsville, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Must pass welding test to be considered. Must pass drug screening and background checks. Based on experience will be discussed to have a starting salary...

Seasonal Field Blader/Welder (P)

  • Mount Pleasant, PA (9 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mount Pleasant, PA (9 miles from Connellsville, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Minimum of three years welding experience Skilled in use of manual SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW welding processes Capable of passing 6G position heavy wall weld test using both GTAW and SMAW process on both...

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Connellsville, PA

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Connellsville, PA offer the following education background
High School or GED
40.2%
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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