Becoming a welder typically starts with technical training, which combines hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Training programs last about 6 to 18 months, depending on the level of certification. The American Welding Society reports approximately 771,000 welders nationwide, with projections indicating a need for 320,500 new welding professionals by 2029. Welders in Rapid City, SD, earn an average wage of $1,500 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $50,000 annually. Trade schools, welding institutes, and platforms like AWS help aspiring welders find training opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential.
Trillium Construction is seeking a MIG Welder for a 12+ month project in Rapid City, SD. Job duties: • MIG Welding, typically stitch welded 12-gauge steel and nothing thicker than 3/16. • Occasional use of anchors in concrete to mount detention furnishing, etc. Pay rate is $35/hour. Schedule: Mon - Fri, 40h. Apply now! Qualifications • Pre-screenings • OSHA 10 • Experience hanging doors and hardware preferred • 4G welding certificates preferred Trillium Construction Services has been recruiting and hiring construction and skilled trades talent for over 30 years. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. By applying to this job, I agree to receive electronic communications including SMS text and email regarding future opportunities, referral bonus incentives, and other promotions from Trillium. You may opt out at any time from future communications by responding STOP to any electronic communication. You may view our full privacy policy at https://trilliumstaffing.com/jobs/privacy/. #TCSJK Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Job Summary We are seeking a skilled Welder to join our team. The Welder will be responsible for welding and fabricating metal components to ensure the quality of our products. Duties - Read and interpret blueprints to understand project specifications - Operate welding equipment to weld and assemble metal components - Inspect welds for accuracy and quality - Perform maintenance on welding equipment - Follow safety protocols and procedures at all times Requirements - Proficiency in welding techniques including dual shield welding - Knowledge of codes standards related to welding processes - Experience in machining, soldering, and pipe threading - Ability to use calipers, press brake machines, and hand tools - Strong mathematical skills for basic calculations Join our team as a Welder to showcase your expertise in metal fabrication and contribute to the production of high-quality products. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off Shift: • Day shift • No nights Ability to Commute: • Rapid City, SD 57701 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
See More Details >>Due to continued growth, Adams Machining & Welding, a division of Dakota Fluid Power, Inc., is looking for an individual to fill an opening for a Welder/Fabricator. Come join our team! Excellent benefits package, PTO, and competitive wages. JOB DUTIES: • Fabrication of custom hydraulic power units, control panels, custom machinery. • Hydraulic system installation. • Hydraulic cylinder repair and fabrication. REQUIREMENTS: • Must be fluent in all aspects of metal fabrication, including but not limited to MIG welding, cutting, forming, shearing, drilling, tapping etc. • Capable of reading and understanding basic shop drawings and blueprints. • Understand basic machining principles and practices. • Must provide own basic hand tools. • Understand welding principles and practices. With no supervision, should be capable of MIG, TIG and Stick welding. DESIRED QUALITIES: • Highly motivated, self starter. • Excellent problem-solving skills. • Detail oriented. • Excellent planning and organizational skills. • Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Salary dependent upon experience. #hc124934
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