Becoming a welder in Kansas City, KS typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with about 80,000 positions requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. In Kansas City, welders can earn an average wage of $1,400 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $55,000 annually. Training programs, apprenticeships, and certifications offered by institutions like the AWS Foundation and local trade schools provide pathways to this lucrative and in-demand career.
SUMMARY • Set up and operate welding machines that weld together and mass-produce component parts of fabricated metal products as specified by blueprints (read and understand weld symbols), layouts, welding procedures or oral instructions. • Join two pieces of metal to create a quality customer product using methods such as MIG welding. Robot and spot weld included. • Tack-weld or weld components and assemblies, using electric, gas, arc, or other welding equipment. • Heats, forms, and dresses metal parts using hand tools, torch, or arc welding equipment. Ignites torch and adjusts valves, amperage or voltage to obtain desired flame or arc. Analyzes engineering drawings and specifications to plan layout, assembly, and welding operations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: • Obtains specified electrode and inserts electrode into portable holder or threads consumable electrode wire through portable welding gun. • Connects cables from welding unit to obtain amperage, voltage, slope, and pulse, as specified. • Starts power supply to produce electric current. Strikes (forms) arc, which generates heat to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpiece and join edges of workpiece. • Manually guides electrode or gun along weld line, maintaining length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead, as judged from color of metal, sound of weld, and size of molten puddle. • Position and clamp work pieces together or assemble them in jig or fixture. • Measure's part dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation • May tack assemblies together. • May operate other machine shop equipment to prepare components for welding. • Works safely at all times and follows safety procedures. • Operates any equipment needed to perform job. • Performs related duties as assigned by supervision. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and demonstrate the ability to speak and read English. • Must consistently meet weld quality standards and demonstrate knowledge of MIG, stainless steel, carbon steel and aluminum welding, and automated welding where applicable. Employees must supply their own hand tools. • The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • High School diploma or general education degree (GED). • Six months to one year of related experience and/or vocational training, or experience in a metal fabrication shop. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Ability to lift 50lbs with or without accommodations. • Ability to stand on feet for 10- or 12-hour shifts.
See More Details >>TIG Welder Description American Dish Service is a manufacturer and distributor of quality, commercial dishwashing equipment and related items. JOB DESCRIPTION We are looking for dependable and enthusiastic team players. The major responsibilities will be TIG welding on stainless steel. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Weld different parts of the dishwashers we assemble. • Work in a timely fashion Requirements • Skilled TIG Welder -Certification a plus! • Reliable transportation • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds • Must be dependable and self- motivated • Must pass a drug screen after accepting the position • Must be able to work 7am – 3:30 pm Monday- Friday QUALIFICATION • Pass a welding test. • Ability to do repetitive work. BENEFITS • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance • 401K Plan • Air conditioned facility • Vacation and company holidays Job Type: Full-time Salary: ' Work Remotely • No An Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin , or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.50 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift • Day shift People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Overview Tradesmen International is looking to expand our team of qualified Trade Professionals for current & future projects in and around Kansas City, KS. Most positions are first shift with a pay scale of $25-30/hour based on experience & skill level. If you are a Welder and want to work alongside other proven Craftsmen who emphasize safety, productivity and superior workmanship, this is your chance to advance your career! Job Scope: • MIG, TIG, Stick & Structural Welding • Air Arc • Repair Welding • Pipe & Mechanical • Flat/Vertical Carbon Steel Requirements: • Basic Tools for the Trade • Proper PPE must be worn: Have your own Hood and Gloves/Leathers Qualifications Tradesmen International not only offers consistent work, top pay, and employment opportunities, we also provide a benefits package that is among the best in the industry. Our comprehensive benefits include: • Vacation Pay • Health insurance • 401(k) profit-sharing savings plan • Incentive programs • Tool purchase programs & MORE! Tradesmen International is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability Click here to visit Tradesmen’s full website.
See More Details >>