Welding Jobs in Pennsylvania

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(6am-2pm)

  • Fairless Hills, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA
  • 3 hours ago

Cleans burrs, spatter and weld flux from assemblies Hand-count material for inventory purposes Wears and maintains protective clothing and equipment including a welding helmet, welding gloves, cotton...

Welder I

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 hours ago

The Welder I performs tack welding and finish welding of piping systems utilizing both SMAW, FCAW, and GMAW welding procedures. Certification to CCC procedures is required....

Rail Veh Equip Car Welder/Collision Spec (0803)

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 5 hours ago

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Cuts, welds, and splices safety sensitive structural and/or load bearing members of the carbody frame....

Welder/Fabricator

  • Sharon, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Sharon, PA
  • 9 hours ago

Types of welding include Flux core, stick welding, vertical up welding, overhead welding, out of position, arc gouge. Maintains internal quality standards and compliance with all safety factors....

TIG Welder

  • Denver, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Denver, PA
  • 9 hours ago

**Responsibilities** + Perform TIG welding on thin gauge materials, including stainless and carbon steel. + Read and interpret blueprints and perform layout, tacking, and welding of seams. + Assist...

Welder

  • Honey Brook, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Honey Brook, PA
  • 9 hours ago

. + Weld components and develop component weld fixtures or build machines while maintaining required quality specifications. + Set up welding machines and perform MIG welding on steel. + Grind and finish...

Structural Welder (Pulse Arc)

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 9 hours ago

This role requires a minimum of four years of experience in naval shipyard environments, specializing in various welding processes including Pulse Arc Welding (GMAW-P), Stick Welding (SMAW), MIG Welding...

Welder

  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 17 hours ago

school certification Minimum 1-2 years experience in Arc, MIG and TIG welding Knowledge of metals and materials needed to perform repairs on all shoring, shielding, and slide rail applications Must...

RX Fabrication Shop Fabricator

  • Monessen, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Monessen, PA
  • 17 hours ago

Vo-Tech Training or equal experience in welding and fabrication. Preferred Experience Three years experience preferred, will consider other applicants....

Structural Welder

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Welding process includes: - FCAW - Flux Core Arc Welding Knowledge, understanding and demonstration of interpreting approved Welding Procedure Specifications....

Welder Fitter/Fabricator

  • Denver, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, PA
  • 1 day ago

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Welder Fitter/Fabricator Education and Experience; 3+ years MIG welding experience in...

Production Tig Welder/Supervisor

  • Topton, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Topton, PA
  • 1 day ago

Specializing in high tech, custom-built enclosures, panels, and related equipment, we are looking for career-minded individuals possessing the following: + Have previous experience in TIG welding light-gauge...

Welder

  • Wellsville, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Wellsville, PA
  • 1 day ago

The Welder fabricates and assembles structural metal products such as furnace tools, oven baskets, framework for machinery, ovens, tanks, stacks, and metal parts for machinery....

Welder And Fabricator

  • Myerstown, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Myerstown, PA
  • 2 days ago

Perform mechanical and welding repairs in the shop as needed. Conduct final assembly and testing of overhead cranes on the shop floor....

1st Shift Welder And Fabricator

  • Emigsville, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Emigsville, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description The Welder/Fabricator is responsible for the layout and fabrication of various metal parts....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Pennsylvania 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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