Welding Jobs in Washington

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

  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 20 days ago

Applies appropriate welding processes to join, surface, fabricate, or repair parts of metal or other materials that require welding....

Pipe Welder Journeyman Esr

  • Everett, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 1 hour ago

What You Will Do Weld out piping spools, pipe runs, and manifolds using primarily stick welding processes (80%) and in some cases MIG or TIG welding processes (20%) on carbon steel, stainless steel...

Fab/ welder

  • Kennewick, WA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 9 hours ago

Wanted part time experience fabrication and skilled welder with mig welding onto gates, fences and railings. Top pay!...

AWS Certified Welder

  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 22 hours ago

Collaborate closely with the welding lead and contribute to team success. Essential Skills Proficiency in tig, mig, and stick welding. Blueprint reading and interpretation skills....

Specialty Welder A

  • Anacortes, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Anacortes, WA
  • 1 day ago

The Brock Group provides specialty craft and maintenance services to key industries across North America. We are dedicated to offering the safest and highest quality service and solutions. We view...

Fabricator

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

If you are seeking a career change, then this is your opportunity. With five locations, West Coast Wire Rope & Rigging, Inc. (WCWR) has been servicing the (below the hook) lifting and tie down...

Welder II (Job ID: 3386)

  • Silverdale, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Silverdale, WA
  • 1 day ago

qualifications (2G, 3G, & 4G) SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), Process GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding) process.Must meet NAVSEA 248 requirements by passing MIL-STD 1689 T9074-AR-GIB-010-278 Weld Workmanship...

Welder

  • Centralia, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Centralia, WA
  • 1 day ago

experience (formal training not requiredbackyard welding is welcome) Experience with MIG welding and common fabrication tools Valid drivers license with a clean driving record Ability to lift 50 lbs...

Fabricator/Shipper I

  • Des Moines, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, WA
  • 2 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...

Interiors Fabricator and Assembler Mech C - 20503

  • Everett, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 2 days ago

Interiors Fabricator and Assembler Mech C - 20503 Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for an Interiors Fabricator and Assembler to join...

Welder

  • Snohomish, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Snohomish, WA
  • 3 days ago

Operate manual and automated welding units and equipment utilizing wire feed welding techniques....

Associate Fabricator

  • Pasco, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pasco, WA
  • 3 days ago

Fabricator The Associate Fabricator will prepare and position parts, ensure parts fit within our tolerances,utilize computer aided design CAD drawings and 1:1s to verify all chairdimensions prior to weld...

Journeyman Welder Fabricator

  • Marysville, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Marysville, WA
  • 3 days ago

WHAT YOULL DO: As our Journeyman Welder Fabricator, you will work on heavy trucks and perform all phases of welding and fabricating including air arc, wire feed, stick, acetylene, brazing, and fabrication...

Fabricator/Shipper I

  • Tukwila, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA
  • 3 days ago

Our client in Tukwila, Washington, is seeking Fabricator/Shipper I professionals. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, the ability to work effectively as a team player, and...

Steel Fitter / WABO Welder

  • Marysville, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Marysville, WA
  • 4 days ago

employers Demonstrated ability to read and interpret shop drawings and build main members accurately Ability to perform tack welds to secure parts for Q.C. checks and final welding Principals only....

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Salary for Welding Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Weldings in Washington 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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