Welding Jobs in Mcchord Afb, WA

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.

1-11 of 11 Jobs

Granite fabricator/installer wanted

  • Auburn, WA (16 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Auburn, WA (16 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 3 hours ago

Looking for a natural and engineered stone (granite, marble, quartzite, quartz etc) fabricator/installer. Experience is a must! Fabricator should know how to read templates, cut and polish sinks,...

TIG Welder

  • Auburn, WA (16 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (16 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Fast growing metal fabrication company located in Auburn looking for skilled Welder Fabricator for high-end intricate products....

Fabricator/Shipper I

  • Des Moines, WA (23 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA (23 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Fabricator/Shipper ILocation with zip code: Tukwila, WA, 98188Duration: 12 MonthsPay Rate. $24/Hour on W2 without benefitsShift Timing: M-T 5 AM to 3:30 PM and F is 5 AM to 2:30 PMJob...

Rebar Cage Fabricator

  • Puyallup, WA (9 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (9 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 10 days ago

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** The Rebar Cage Fabricator is a key position at Jensen Infrastructure. You will be creating steel cages based on production drawings. The structural integrity and quality of...

Welder -Tubes and Ducts - W4409-036

  • Algona, WA (16 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Algona, WA (16 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 15 days ago

Position Responsibilities : Execute machine welding techniques, including plasma arc, gas tungsten arc, electro slag, gas metal arc, and submerged arc welding....

Certified Welder

  • Tumwater, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Tumwater, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Express is now hiring for a WABO Certified Welder position at a welding company based in Olympia, WA. This is an evaluation-to-permanent opportunity....

Aluminum Welder 4

  • Tacoma, WA (8 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (8 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 20 days ago

/Fabricators to apply their expertise to our amazing products.The Welder/Fabricator 4 uses welding and other tools and equipment to join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of...

Welder

  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 25 days ago

Position Overview: The Welder / Shop Helper will be grinding, sanding, welding and painting, and any other mechanical duties assigned by the branch manager....

Lead Welder

  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 27 days ago

Position requires knowledge of all welding processes and standards set by the company....

Aerospace Welder

  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

As an Aerospace Welder you will be responsible for the fit up and welding of critical rocket components and related ground tooling....

Aerospace Welder 2

  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Mcchord Afb, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

Successfully complete the Exotic Metals TIG weld training program and/or have equivalent experience....

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...
Welding Metallurgy-1, for Certified Welding Inspector
The CWI exam consists of three partsPart A - FundamentalsPart B - Practical,Part C - Code Book Applications.Part A is a closed-book exam that consists of 150 questions on the welding fundamentals,...

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Mcchord Afb, WA

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Mcchord Afb, WA 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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