Steel Fabricator/MIG Welder An experienced steel fabricator/mig welder is required to join a team of skilled tradespeople working on high-precision welding and fabrication projects.
See More Details >>About the Role The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to measure, compare, and perform necessary calculations to ensure compliance with engineering or sales specifications. They will also be responsible for training, mentoring, and motivating staff to meet manufacturing requirements and schedules.
See More Details >>Welding Technician Opportunity This role involves operating and monitoring robotic welding machines, setting up and tearing down jobs by loading and unloading fixtures, conducting visual inspections of parts for quality, ensuring the quality of welds, and performing daily equipment inspections. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude, basic math skills, effective communication skills in English, and basic computer skills to operate robots. They should also be able to lift up to 30 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally, push/pull up to 30 lbs, walk, stand, bend, twist, turn, and reach as needed. Duties and Responsibilities:
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, requiring many hours of training under experienced welders. The American Welding Society reports approximately 771,000 welders nationwide, with a significant demand for new welders in Forrest City, AR, driven by infrastructure development and manufacturing growth. Welders in Forrest City, AR, earn an average of $1,900 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $56,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and platforms like the AWS Foundation help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization options.
