Becoming a welder in Lewiston, ID typically starts with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing the necessary skills to enter the field. According to the American Welding Society (AWS), approximately 320,500 new welding professionals will be needed by 2029, with about 80,000 welding jobs requiring annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that welders earned a median salary of $45,190 per year or $20.25 per hour in 2021, with the potential for significant earnings growth through specialization and experience. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs offer pathways to this lucrative career, with many welders in Lewiston, ID earning over $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Location: Lewiston, Wages: $18/hr to $22/hr DOE Loenbro is looking for a highly motivated individual willing to work hard and grow in the position. Welder Helper (welder assistant) is an important person in the field of welding and provides support and assistance to professional welders. The duties may include preparing the work area, handling materials and tools, assembling and dismantling equipment, and performing basic welding tasks under the supervision of an experienced welder. This is typically an entry-level position and provides individuals with practical experience and develops their skills in welding processes. Job Duties: • Assist in the assembly and dismantling of metal structures and components • Assist in the inspection and maintenance of welding equipment • Assist in the setup and preparation of welding equipment • Assist in troubleshooting welding-related issues or problems • Clean and maintain the work area before or after the work • Clean, grind, and prepare materials for welding • Lifts, moves and holds work pieces into position as directed • General clean up and supply duties on jobsite • Use PPE properly while on job sites (hard hat, safety glasses, etc.) • Follow all company standards based on the employee handbook • Perform all other duties as assigned Skills/Qualifications: • GED or High School Diploma • Ability to work from ladders and scaffolds • Lift & carry objects and materials of various weights • Outside the majority of the time • Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures • Manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment • Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels • Limited working surfaces • Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors • Exposure to areas with limited visibility • Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights) • Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks • Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following: • Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day • Standing, sitting, stooping, crawling, and kneeling • Use of respirator if position requires • Driving if required to travel • Able to pass preliminary and periodic drug testing We are “Leading the Change” in the energy services industry. Our growth and successes have not changed who we are. We live our core values every day: WE TAKE ACTION WE DO WHAT WE SAY WE LEAD BY EXAMPLE WE DO THE RIGHT THING WE PRACTICE STEWARDSHIP • Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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