Embarking on a career as a welder in Fremont, CA typically begins with enrolling in a technical training program, which can range from 6 to 18 months and results in a welding certificate. According to the American Welding Society, there are approximately 771,000 welding professionals in the U.S. as of 2025, with a median annual salary of $45,190. In Fremont, CA, welders earn an average of $1,595 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $108,000 annually. The demand for welders is robust, driven by infrastructure expansion and manufacturing growth, offering a promising career path with competitive compensation and diverse specialization opportunities.
Work performed: • Set up and operate GTAW welding machines and support equipment. • Set up and operate rotary tables for tube and pipe welding. • GTAW welding of various materials including stainless steel, Kovar, and copper. • Helium leak testing of assemblies. • Assembly of components before and after welding operations. • Perform other duties as required. Skills required: • Must have vision acuity of 20/30 or better (corrected or uncorrected) and be able to pass a vision test. • Ability to produce precise and structurally sound GTAW welds in various materials. • Ability to interpret and follow established weld schedules (WPS, PQR). • Show ability to read prints and interpret welding symbols. • Be able to work with occasional exposure to heat, hot parts, sparks, while wearing the proper PPE required for the task. • Knowledge on how to setup and perform hydrostatic testing. • Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. • Must be able to work with minimal supervision. • Ability to document all work in a clear, accurate and concise manner. • Torch soldering of copper pipe. • Ability to operate a laser welding machine. • Know how to operate helium leak detector to test integrity of mechanical, braze and weld joints. • Ability to review and inspect welds and braze joints as well as work performed. • Knowledge of and ability to use precision measuring equipment (i.e. calipers, micrometers, borescopes, surface plates, etc.) • Maintain a clean work area. • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Education and experience required: • High school diploma. • Welding experience in other processes desirable. Physical requirements: • Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $32.60-55.43. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure, and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Ichor is an experienced leader in the critical subsystems and turnkey process equipment marketplace. Our capabilities enable the design and creation of a complete outsourced solution ranging from product concept to turnkey manufacturing to legacy service. Ichor offers world-class process engineering, value added manufacturing, materials management and testing capabilities. Our 1500+ employees are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams. Our continued expansion of capabilities in South East Asia better aligns our production facilities with our customers' supply chain strategies. This further enables our expansion into new products and markets. Ichor is headquartered in Fremont, California with manufacturing locations in Oregon, Texas, Singapore, Malaysia and the UK. Our sales and engineering office is strategically located in Silicon Valley, California.
See More Details >>****WELDER - Weekly Pay - Start ASAP!!**** • *Job Description:** We are looking for skilled or entry level Welder to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for fabricating and repairing metal structures and components while ensuring high-quality standards and safety protocols. • *Responsibilities:** + Perform various welding techniques. + Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications. + Conduct quality inspections on welds and finished products. + Maintain welding equipment and tools in good condition. + Collaborate with team members to complete projects efficiently. • *Qualifications:** + Proven experience as a Welder; certification is a plus. + Strong knowledge of welding processes and safety standards. + Ability to read technical documents and blueprints. + Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. + Reliable transportation and a positive attitude. • *Benefits:** + Competitive pay with overtime opportunities. + Health and retirement benefits. + Opportunities for skill development and advancement. If you are a motivated welder looking to make an impact in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you! • *Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $27.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) • *Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Fremont,NE. • *Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Apr 15, 2025. • *About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
See More Details >>Acara Solutions is seeking an Orbital Welder to work with our client in Fremont, CA. Shift: Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm Target Pay: $23 - $27/hour Work Environment: Cleanroom Job DescriptionPerform Orbital welding (TIG/GTAW) on stainless steel for vacuum fittings from one-eight to one-half inch. Responsibilities • Work under normal to moderate supervision. • Perform basic set-ups and operate orbital weld system. • Perform mechanical set-ups and changeovers for Swagelok welding machines • Operate orbital welding equipment and systems in a safe manner. • Keep work areas clean and organized and follow safety guidelines. • Prioritize work and execute to hit production schedules and or commitments in accordance with direction of leads and supervisors. • Work from schedules, shop orders, established procedures, blueprints, and product specifications. • Fit, align, and precisely orbital weld product to meet or exceed product/customer requirements, specifications, and workmanship standards. • Identify deviations that can potentially interrupt productivity. • Maintain logs and other necessary documents. • May train less skilled technicians and operators. • Measure and verify dimensions using inspection tooling. • Complete routing and process planning as necessary • Demonstrate ability to process and Inspect 1st piece in accordance to prints. • Collaborate with Engineering to develop advanced welding processes as needed. • Assist team members to maintain departmental standards including quality goals and on-time delivery goals. • Other duties as assigned. Requirements: • 6 months orbital welding experience with Associate's Degree/Vocational certifications OR 2 years+ with high school diploma Preferred Skills: • Mechanically inclined. • Visual acuity and manual dexterity • Ability to handle fragile products, perform repetitive tasks and demonstrate safety awareness. • Mini Head experience is a plus. • Proficiently use all approved hand gauges to inspect component quality at the work center. • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment • Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend and lift up to 50lbs • Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings, correspondence, and documents. • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, percentages, and decimals. • Ability to read testing and measuring instruments, record test results, and write related reports • Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment. • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively with supervisors, leads, and peers. • Ability to recognize deviation from accepted practices. • Basic understanding of related mechanics, flow control elements and MRP concepts. Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. The Aleron companies welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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