Welding Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

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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Field Welder Apprentice

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 9 hours ago

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Assist certified welders with daily welding tasks Provide Firewatch duties for welders Receive training and be capable of extinguishing fires....

Remote Work

Granite Installers/ Fabricators

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Looking for experienced granite fabricator of natural stone & quartz. Overtime offered. Family run business. Great starting pay. Mon-Fri work hours. Bonuses. Vacation time after 1 year of...

Production Welder

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Experience - Proven experience in welding and fabrication - Pass welding test as necessary. - Ability to read and interpret blueprints, welding symbols, and technical drawings. - Knowledge of safety...

Fire Watch / Welders Helper

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 3 days ago

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING Assist certified welders with daily welding tasks Provide Firewatch duties for welders Receive training and be capable of extinguishing fires....

Remote Work

Welder

  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN
  • 4 days ago

Complete weld tests as scheduled during weekdays. Collaborate with the welding foreman to adjust test times as necessary. Essential Skills Proficiency in Mig welding....

Welder

  • Rockford, TN (23 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockford, TN (23 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 5 days ago

. + Weld Iridium Crucibles to meet specifications. + Clean metals using a media blaster. + Operate record-keeping systems, maintaining accurate records of all processing steps. + Perform various welding...

Welders

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago

Monday - Friday: 6am - 2: 30pm Welder/Fabricator Responsibilities: Reading and understanding product schematics and assembly instructions....

Mig And Stick Welders

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 12 days ago

MINIMUM THREE (3) YEARS OF EXPERIENCETEMP TO PERM/DAY SHIFT/MONDAY THRU FRIDAYPAY RATE BASED ON WELDING TESTMUST HAVE OWN WELDING HOOD, SLEEVES, AND RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION...

Welder - Now Hiring

  • Clinton, TN (10 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Clinton, TN (10 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 14 days ago

(heavy lifting) skills: TIG welding Stick welding MIG welding dress code: Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be without any holes or rips. Pants without any holes or rips....

Rebar Fabricator

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 29 days ago

it's what's inside that counts _ __ There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication...

Welder

  • Rockford, TN (23 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockford, TN (23 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Welding certification is a plus 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred Hands-on metalworking experience and basic use of hand tools Familiarity with media blasters and welding...

Welder

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Scope: Weld 8 inch steel pipe Stick & TIG welding Weld in various positions Cut, bevel, and align joints Other tasks as assigned Requirements: Basic hand tools All PPE Must pass background check...

Container Repair Welder

  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (20 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Requirements: MIG welding experience and/or plasma cutting experience preferred. Capable of performing repairs in an efficient, effective and timely manner....

Welder

  • Maryville, TN (22 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Maryville, TN (22 miles from Oak Ridge, TN)
  • 90+ days ago

Welding. Stick and Dual Shield Welding. Weld materials in flat, vertical, and overhead positions....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Oak Ridge, TN 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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