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Welders join, fabricate, and repair metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding processes. Welders inspect completed welds to determine structural soundness. Welders may be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Welders have knowledge of commonly-used concepts, best practices, and procedures within a particular field. A welder relies on instructions and established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Welders work under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

 

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Occupational Employment and Wages, May 2024

51-4121 Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Braziers​

 

51-2041 Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters

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Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components, and or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.

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