Welding Jobs in Tennessee

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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Did Welding as a Pipe Welder? Join Our Team! (TWG)

  • Athens, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Athens, TN
  • 8 days ago

MIG welding with pulse voltage Reading blueprints and custom fabrication Jig setup and tack welding Skilled in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication Proficient with hand/power tools and measuring...

Did Welding as a Journeyman Welder? Join Our Team! (TWG)

  • Benton, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Benton, TN
  • 8 days ago

MIG welding with pulse voltage Reading blueprints and custom fabrication Jig setup and tack welding Skilled in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication Proficient with hand/power tools and measuring...

Did Welding as a Steel Fabricator? Join Our Team! (TWG)

  • Decatur, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Decatur, TN
  • 8 days ago

MIG welding with pulse voltage Reading blueprints and custom fabrication Jig setup and tack welding Skilled in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication Proficient with hand/power tools and measuring...

Did Welding as a Welder-Fitter? Join Our Team! (TWG)

  • Birchwood, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Birchwood, TN
  • 8 days ago

MIG welding with pulse voltage Reading blueprints and custom fabrication Jig setup and tack welding Skilled in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication Proficient with hand/power tools and measuring...

Did Welding as a Field Welder? Join Our Team! (TWG)

  • East Ridge, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • East Ridge, TN
  • 8 days ago

MIG welding with pulse voltage Reading blueprints and custom fabrication Jig setup and tack welding Skilled in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication Proficient with hand/power tools and measuring...

Did Welding as a Structural Welder? Join Our Team! (TWG)

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 8 days ago

MIG welding with pulse voltage Reading blueprints and custom fabrication Jig setup and tack welding Skilled in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication Proficient with hand/power tools and measuring...

Did Welding as a TIG Welder? Join Our Team! (TWG)

  • Guild, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Guild, TN
  • 8 days ago

MIG welding with pulse voltage Reading blueprints and custom fabrication Jig setup and tack welding Skilled in MIG welding, blueprint reading, and fabrication Proficient with hand/power tools and measuring...

MIG Welder 1st or 2nd Shift Immediate Start (TWG)

  • Lakesite, TN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lakesite, TN
  • 9 hours ago

Do you have welding experience in manufacturing/production? We have IMMEDIATE openings for experienced Welders/Fabricators!...

Welder - Weekend Day Shift

  • Jasper, TN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Jasper, TN
  • 10 hours ago

BASIC FUNCTIONS: Operates MIG and Flux core welding machinery and processes to fit up and weld external components on to shafts....

Sheetmetal Fabricator

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 12 hours ago

We are looking for a Sheet Metal Fabricator to join our Prefab Shop in Knoxville, TN. You will help to build ductwork for our commercial construction job. You will be working in a covered shop...

Welder

  • Lexington, TN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 13 hours ago

Secure parts in position using bolts, clamps, and tack welds. Set up welding equipment and perform welding using various techniques (arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc)....

Welder/Fitter

  • Ashland City, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Ashland City, TN
  • 17 hours ago

welding experience....

Welder

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 hours ago

**Requirements:** + Proven MIG welding experience + Ability to pass a **triple-pass horizontal fillet weld test** + Comfortable welding various metals including stainless steel, galvanized steel, and...

Welder / Fabricator - Aluminum

  • Nashville, TN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 23 hours ago

MIG and TIG welding aluminum/steel components in flat or vertical positions Read blue prints and follow them accurately Lay out, position, align, and secure parts and assemblies prior to assembly Recognize...

MIG Welder

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Finish weld primarily mild steel using MIG process; read and weld to provided prints, understand bills of material and welding symbols, operate hand grinders, drills, overhead cranes, and miscellaneous...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Welding Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Welding and Joining Processes
Discusses a wide variety of processes and materials from the viewpoint of their fundamental physical and chemical properties. Specific topics: cold welding, adhesive bonding, diffusion bonding,...
Advanced Welding Metallurgy for Certified Welding Inspectors
The CWI exam consists of three partsPart A FundamentalsPart B PracticalPart C Code Book ApplicationsPart A is a closed-book exam that consists of 150 questions on the welding fundamentals, terms...
Introduction to Welding Engineering
The use of welding in today's technology is extensive. It had a phenomenal rise since about 1930 the growth rate of which has been higher than the general industrial growth. Apart from industrial...

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Tennessee 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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