Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00PM DESCRIPTION: The principle tasks of the Welder are as follows: 1. Sets up and operates mig welders, tig welders, and automatic welders on production related parts using jigs or fixtures to insure proper welding techniques. • Sets up and operates manual acetylene torches and plasma arc torches. • Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, production documents, and engineering specification sheets. • Must produce parts that meet acceptable quality levels as established by the engineering department. • Must be able to weld steel and aluminum and be able to pass the Canadian Standards Association Welding Certification as defined in CSA 47.1 - 0.3 • Performs material handling necessary to the performance of the job. • Adheres to all departmental, plant, and welding safety rules and regulations. • Responsible for housekeeping duties as required or assigned. • Responsible for paperwork necessary for production reporting. • Performs rework as required or assigned. • Initiates work orders and coordinates with the supervisor or lead on equipment or material problems.
See More Details >>Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which can range from 6 months to 2 years, providing hands-on skills and preparing individuals for industry certification. Radford, VA, has a growing demand for welders, with the American Welding Society projecting a need for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports over 402,333 welders nationwide, with approximately 9,463 active job openings at any given time. In Radford, VA, welders earn an average of $1,560 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $54,000 annually. Trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs offer pathways to this lucrative career, which is essential for infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.
