Becoming a welder in Columbia, MD, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing both hands-on experience and theoretical knowledge. According to the American Welding Society (AWS), the welding industry is experiencing significant demand, with approximately 320,500 new welding professionals needed by 2029. Welders in Columbia, MD, can earn an average weekly wage of $1,889, with experienced professionals potentially earning over $54,247 annually. Training programs, unions, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
Company Overview: About Core & Main Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States. Operating approximately 320 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure. Core & Mains 4,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive. Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more. Job Description & Qualifications: YOU love playing a vital role in completing customer projects that can directly save lives. You enjoy working with your hands and take pride in your workmanship. You can weld various fittings to different sizes of pipe and welding joints. You have excellent attention to detail and can spot deficiencies. ARE you able to weld with manipulators, positioners, and free hand? Are you able to read CAD or hand drawings to calculate and accurately measure, cut, fit-up, and align piping for the welding of various configurations? Are you a certified Welder with experience in code welding? HERE at Core & Main, we value the individual, and the unique contributions you bring. Here we support and encourage continued learning. Here we invest in the development and well-being of our people, who are the key to our future. Here we value diversity and want to ensure each voice is heard. Here, our team members thrive as a community. Preferred Qualifications & Job Specific Details: Preferably, YOU have: • 1+ year of welding experience • Certification in pressure pipe welding HERE, we have: • Medical with 100% preventative care coverage • Health Savings Account • Dental and Vison • 401K • Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Grants • Continued learning opportunities through our onsite training facility and extensive online learning catalog • Professional development and industry networking opportunities, e.g. Our Womens Network and community engagement events
See More Details >>Federal Work-Study (FWS) is a type of financial aid awarded to students who demonstrate financial need and who meet eligibility criteria. FWS provides part-time opportunities at the campus that accommodate the student's academic schedule. FWS students receive various assignments working in the campus departments to support staff and fellow students. A campus representative assigns tasks to the FWS students and serves as a point of contact for the student. FWS students are limited to working no more than 20 hours/week. Requirements • Has a FAFSA and FWS Award on file • Registered with no less than the minimum required credits • Making Satisfactory Academic Progress • Must work at an FWS approved on-campus or off-campus worksite • Good verbal, written, and visual communication skills • Willingness to learn and follow-through on assignments Responsibilities • Follow up on tasks within the assigned area • Communicate progress and availability with the appropriate campus representative • Maintain confidentiality and integrity of any data or information of other students or staff if exposed to that About Us For over 75 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology, Cosmetology, and Culinary Arts. Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. • Email: [email protected] • Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers
See More Details >>About the position Join us at Lincoln Tech in Columbia, MD, where experienced Welders are encouraged to step into instructor roles in our Welding program. This position is designed for individuals with a passion for welding who wish to educate and inspire the next generation of welders. Teaching experience is not necessary, as we provide comprehensive training to prepare you for the role. Your expertise in welding will qualify you to contribute significantly to welding education and share your knowledge with aspiring professionals. As a Welding Instructor, you will be responsible for teaching Welding Technologies classes using Lincoln Tech's accredited training program. You will provide hands-on welding training for student skill development in our fully equipped facility. Your role will involve encouraging student growth, professionalism, and accountability while motivating and engaging the class in a positive setting. You will also support and communicate progress with students, preparing them for a successful in-demand career in Welding Technology. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be part of a team that values education and the development of skilled trades, ensuring that students receive the best training possible to succeed in their careers. Responsibilities • Teach Welding Technologies classes using Lincoln Tech's accredited training program , • Provide hands-on Welding training for student skill development in our fully equipped facility , • Encourage student growth, professionalism, and accountability , • Motivate and engage the class in a positive setting , • Support and communicate progress with students , • Prepare students for a successful in-demand career in Welding Technology Requirements • 3+ years of field experience in Pipe Welding / Structural Welding , • Proficient in GMAW - MIG, GTAW - TIG, SMAW - Stick, FCAW - Flux-cored arc, and Plasma Cutting , • Great communication skills , • Proficient with technology , • High school diploma/GED Nice-to-haves • Teaching experience a plus Benefits • Medical, Dental and Vision , • Life and Disability Insurance , • 401(k) with Company Match , • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off , • Growth Opportunities , • Ongoing Training Support
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