Do you love the details? Have a steady hand and a mind for problem solving? Become a Welder and learn something that will set you up for life!
They are paid well, have a high job security, and have a high job satisfaction
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. 58/100
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. 46/100
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. 46/100
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. 44/100
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. 39/100
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. 39/100
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. 38/100
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. 36/100
Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads. 29/100
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. 29/100
American Welding Society
ASM International
Fabricators & Manufacturers Association International
International Association of Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers
IPC
Occupational Outlook Handbook: Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers
Precision Machined Products Association
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, | 51-4031.00and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and | 51-4034.00Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, | 51-4072.00Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, | 51-4122.00and Tenders
Print Binding and Finishing Workers | 51-5113.00
Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood | 51-7041.00
Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders | 51-9111.00
Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, | 51-9124.00and Tenders
Semiconductor Processing Technicians | 51-9141.00
Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic | 51-9195.00
