Embarking on a career as a welder in New Haven, CT, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last four to five years and require extensive training under licensed professionals. With approximately 9,463 active welding job openings nationwide and a projected 2-3% growth in the welding sector, the demand for skilled welders remains strong. According to the American Welding Society, welders in New Haven, CT, earn an average of $1,500 per week. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild assist aspiring welders in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with substantial earning potential—often exceeding $77,000 annually for experienced professionals.
Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Welder to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience with TIG and MIG Pulse welding processes and the ability to fabricate high-quality components with precision. This role involves working with stainless steel materials, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring adherence to specifications to deliver superior results. Key Responsibilities: • Utilize TIG and MIG Pulse welding techniques to weld stainless steel components, specifically 304 and 316 metal products • Interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, and tolerances to ensure accurate fabrication • Perform welding operations in flat, vertical, or overhead positions as required • Monitor fitting, burning, and welding processes to prevent overheating, warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of materials • Set up and operate various hand and power tools, including angle grinders, TIG welders, and gas metal arc welding equipment • Select appropriate filler rods based on base metal specifications • Grind or cut edges of workpieces to ensure snug fits, using angle grinders and other hand tools • Detect and troubleshoot faulty equipment operation or defective materials, ensuring quality standards are met Qualifications: • High School Diploma or equivalent • Welding certificates are a plus • Experience in GTAW & GMAW-P welding forms and reading blueprints • Experience with modular fixturing is a plus • Proficient in reading a tape measure and performing simple math • Able to work productively with minimal supervision • Demonstrate a strong ability to learn quickly and advance knowledge • Strong attention to detail • Good communication and teamwork skills Benefits: • Competitive pay • Comprehensive medical and disability coverage • Generous paid time off and holidays (3 weeks to start) • Retirement savings plan with employer matching contributions • Opportunities for training and professional development As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure workplace, all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening. About Us Industrial Flow Solutions™ (IFS) is a global company headquartered in New Haven, Connecticut, with additional facilities in Monselice, Italy. We specialize in the design, manufacture, sales, and service of wastewater pumps and controls. Our product lineup includes OverWatch® Direct In-Line Pump Systems, BJM Pumps®, Dreno Pompe, Stancor®, Oil Minder®, and DERAGGER®—solutions ideal for municipal, industrial, commercial, and residential applications. With several patents and decades of combined technical and application experience, IFS supports its partners through every stage of the process, from design and build to testing, installation, and post-installation support. Our New Haven facility is ISO 9001 certified through NQA and features a state-of-the-art, in-house testing facility built to Hydraulic Institute Standards, enabling comprehensive testing with rapid results. Find out more about what we do at www.flowsolutions.com. IFS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Shift: • 8 hour shift • Day shift Work Location: In person
See More Details >>We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Welder to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience with TIG and MIG Pulse welding processes and the ability to fabricate high-quality components with precision. This role involves working with stainless steel materials, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring adherence to specifications to deliver superior results. Duties and Responsibilities • Use TIG or MIG Pulse welding processes to weld stainless steel components of 304 and 316 metal products. • Must be able to interpret drawings, blueprints, specifications, sketches, and tolerances. • Weld components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions. • Monitor the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material. • Set up and operate hand and power tools, such as angle grinder, TIG welder and gas metal arc welding equipment. • Select proper filler rods according to base metal specifications. • Grind or cut edges of workpieces to be joined to ensure snug fit, using angle grinders and hand tools. • Detect faulty operation of equipment or defective materials.
See More Details >>Hamilton Connections is looking to fill a MIG Welder role for a manufacturing company in the New Haven area. The ideal candidate has fabrication experience couple with steady verifiable work history. Please send us your resume or call us at 203-287-2870 for consideration. Responsibilities: -Perform welding and fabrication tasks to create custom awnings and other metal structures. -Ensure all welds meet industry standards and project specifications. -Collaborate with the design and installation teams to ensure project accuracy. -Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Requirements: -Previous experience in welding and metal fabrication. (Please NOTE: A welding and fabrication test will be part of the interview process) -Be able to communicate in English fluently. -Proficiency in MIG welding techniques. -Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. -Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality. -Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • 7am-4pm (Mon - Fri) – Saturdays are required during busy season. • $25-$30 DOE
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