Becoming a welder in Clarke County, GA, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S., with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Clarke County, GA, welders can expect to earn an average wage of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $52,000 annually. Training programs, apprenticeships, and certifications are available through various vocational schools and welding associations, leading to a stable and lucrative career in the welding trade.
Position: Welder - 2nd and 3rd Shift - Athens, GA Career Area: Operations Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it. Caterpillar is looking for candidates that want to build a career. You have a lot to offer, so we offer a commitment in return to you as a professional – and as a person. We offer competitive wages, quarterly bonus, comprehensive benefits that begin on Day ONE and paid training. • 2nd/3rd shift: $23.87/hour (includes 8%-night shift premium) We don’t lead our industry - our people do. Watch our video to see our team build top-of-the-line excavators and tractors. As a Welder at Caterpillar, you will: • Operate robotic and manual MIG weld machines • Perform quality checks utilizing weld and attribute gages and other measuring tools • Perform in station repair on defective welds using grinders • Follow documented procedures standard work and routings to perform safe and defect free operations to create and machine components • Use lifting devices to move heavy components of more than 25 lbs. Basic Qualifications: Must meet one of these 3 criteria: • Must have welding experience or • Have a welding trade certificate/diploma or • Completed a high school welding program within last year • * Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.** Physical requirements (with or without reasonable accommodation): • Willing and able to sit or stand for prolonged periods • Willing and able to perform repetitive operations • Willing and able to lift up to 25 lbs. Top candidates will also have: • Welding experience in a manufacturing environment • 2+ years of continuous employment in welding or manufacturing • Continuous work history with progressive movement • MIG welding experience and/or certification • Robotic welding systems experience • Caterpillar product knowledge Caterpillar will provide training to new welders to assure that Caterpillar safety and weld quality standards are communicated and understood. Successful candidates must be able to pass the following AWS D1.1 welder qualifications during Cat provided weld training: • Fillet test in the 2F (horizontal), 3F (vertical) and 4F (overhead) positions • Limited thickness groove test in the 1G (flat groove) position • Welds will be inspected visually, destructively tested (bend test), and sectioned to verify proper penetration. Additional Information: • Resumes are encouraged. Do not submit a blank application (no work history / resume). This may lead to disqualification. • Successful candidates must pass an online assessment, interview, background check, drug screen and medical review. • This is a 2nd or 3rd shift position with an entry pay of $23.87/hr (includes 8%-night shift premium). • Relocation assistance is provided for qualified individuals. Shift Schedule: 2nd shift Excavator Line: Monday-Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:10 pm 2nd shift Tractor Line: Monday-Thursday, 3:30 pm – 2:00 am 3rd shift: Sunday-Friday, 11:00 pm – 7:10 am • * Role requires overtime as needed to support business needs.** Final details: Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status. Summary Pay Range: $20.47 - $25.58 Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar. Benefits: Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits. • Medical, dental, and vision benefits* • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)* • 401(k) savings plans* • Health Savings…
See More Details >>Work Environment/Physical Demands As a Flux Core Structural Welder at RAI, you will work in a fast-paced shop environment with occasional overtime hours available. You must be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for extended periods. Regularly, you will encounter moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and a variety of outside weather conditions. The ability to climb temporary or permanent stairs and ladders is also necessary. Benefits Include: • Medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD insurance options. • Matched 401k. • Annual performance bonus.
See More Details >>Openwork is now hiring for Welders in Griffin, GA. For more details please call , or come see us at 2261 Highway 42 N Jenkinsburg, GA 30234 Qualifications: • You must have some welding experience with aluminum and steel. • You must have your own welding helmet, gloves, and steel toe boots. • You must be able to listen and follow directions. • You must be able to work overtime as needed.Other details: • Hours are M-F 10pm-6am. • Pay ranges from $20.00 and up based on weld test. • This is a temp to perm position after 90 days; once you go perm, you will be entitled to medical, dental, vision, 401K, and other perks.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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