Becoming a welder in Ontario, OR, typically begins with technical training, which can range from 6 to 18 months, providing hands-on experience and classroom learning. The American Welding Society projects a significant demand for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029, with about 80,000 positions needing annual fulfillment between 2025 and 2029. In Ontario, welders earn an average of $1,876 per week, with experienced professionals often surpassing $56,000 annually. Technical schools, community colleges, and industry programs offer pathways to apprenticeships, leading to a career with strong earning potential and diverse specialization opportunities.
About the position The Welder 2 position at the Snake River Correctional Institution (SRCI) in Ontario, Oregon, is a job rotation opportunity for current employees. This role involves performing journey-level welding tasks, including the design and construction of metal and nonferrous structures, while ensuring compliance with specifications. The position also includes responsibilities such as project planning, inventory management, and training adults in custody on physical plant systems. The role is crucial for maintaining the institution's physical environment and ensuring safety and functionality. Responsibilities • Perform journey-level welding work including project design and construction of metal and nonferrous structures. , • Conduct post-welding cleanup and inspect finished work for compliance with specifications. , • Assist the supervisor in planning projects and requesting supplies and repair parts. , • Maintain inventory of materials and perform preventative maintenance. , • Oversee work performance and educational requirements for the welder apprenticeship program. , • Train adults in custody in the operation, maintenance, and repair of physical plant systems. Requirements • Associates of Applied Science in Welding Fabrication and one year of experience including design work, or two years and six months experience as a skilled welder, with one year including design work. , • Experience in supervision and direction of work. , • Experience designing, planning, and constructing metal and nonferrous structures. , • Proficiency in using shielded metal arc, acetylene, and inert gas welding techniques. , • Ability to use a variety of maintenance tools and equipment. , • Experience in maintaining equipment and providing preventative maintenance. , • Ability to estimate material requirements for repairs and inspect finished work for compliance. Nice-to-haves • Experience in a correctional facility environment. , • Knowledge of safety protocols related to welding and maintenance work. Benefits • Family health, vision, and dental insurance , • Vacation, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays , • 21 days paid military leave for national guard and reserve components , • Optional short and long-term disability , • Term life insurance , • Fully paid retirement program , • Oregon Saving Growth Plan , • Flexible spending accounts for health and childcare
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