Welder
The Metal Fusion Specialist: Join metal parts using heat and precision. You’ll work on buildings, bridges, pipelines, and more.
Average Salary
$47,000–$60,000/year
Key Skills Required
Welding techniques,
metalwork,
safety gear,
precision,
blueprint interpretation
Welders are the metal fusers whose sparks join steel beams, pipelines, and structural frameworks that withstand immense stress.
Welders select the appropriate welding method—MIG, TIG, or stick—heat metals to molten states, and create joints as sturdy as the original material. Checking weld integrity with x-rays or ultrasonic tests guarantees safety and longevity.
Beyond shop-floor fabrications, welders work onsite in challenging conditions, repairing bridges or installing HVAC ductwork. Their deep understanding of metallurgy and precision welding skills keep our modern world standing strong.
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The Metal Fusion Specialist
Join metal parts using heat and precision. You’ll work on buildings, bridges, pipelines, and more.
Why it’s exciting: Sparks fly—literally—and your work lasts decades.
Career path: Welder → Fabricator → Welding Inspector
Education pathway:
- High school diploma
- Welding certification program (6 months–2 years)
- Specializations (e.g., underwater welding)
