Welding is a career in constant demand in a wide variety of industries and Southeastern Welding School can give you the education you need to get started. ARE YOU READY TO START YOUR CAREER IN WELDING TODAY? Look at the earning potential below and ask yourself “what am I waiting for?”

Welder I

Entry Level Welder

Description

Welding Chart 1Joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness. May be required to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

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Categories
Skilled and Trades
Entry Level
Automotive

Average Years of Experience: 0 – 1

Typical Education Level: High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

Industries: Railroad, Shipyard, Maintenance Repair, Construction, Aerospace Design, Transportation, Bridge Fabrication, Structural Fabrication, and many more.

Welder 2

Description

Welder Chart 2Joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision; typically reports to a supervisor or manager.

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Welder 2 Intermediate Level Welder

Categories
Skilled and Trades
Automotive

Average Years of Experience: 2 – 5

Typical Education Level: High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
Industries: Railroad, Shipyard, Maintenance Repair, Construction, Aerospace Design, Transportation, Bridge Fabrication, Structural Fabrication, and many more.

Welder 3

Senior Level Welder

Description

Joins, fabricates, and repairs metal and other weldable material by applying appropriate welding techniques. Interprets blueprints, specifications, diagrams or schematics to determine appropriate welding process. Inspects completed welds to determine structural soundness. Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of complicated tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
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Categories
Skilled and Trades
Automotive

Average Years of Experience: 15 +

Typical Education Level: High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

Industries: Railroad, Shipyard, Maintenance Repair, Construction, Aerospace Design, Transportation, Bridge Fabrication, Structural Fabrication, and many more.

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Categories
Skilled and Trades
Entry Level
Automotive

Average Years of Experience: 0 – 1

Typical Education Level: High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

Industries: Railroad, Shipyard, Maintenance Repair, Construction, Aerospace Design, Transportation, Bridge Fabrication, Structural Fabrication, and many more.