Welding

Welding offers various career opportunities. One opportunity for a welder with some experience is a welding inspector. They oversee the work of welders, ensure the credentials of those doing the welding work, and establishing procedures for welds to be done to specification, and verifying the work is done according to specification.1 On-Site Duties Welding inspectors […]

Structural welders create the metal framework for buildings and bridges as well as cut and repair beams, columns, and girders. They work for construction companies, manufacturers, ship builders, mining companies, oil and gas companies, and aerospace industries. Following is an overview of the qualifications and skills if you are considering a career as a structural […]

One of the many advantages of attending welding school as opposed to college is that the majority of your coursework relates directly to your field of study such as Applied Math and Symbols in order to plan projects and read blueprints. 1 Generally, additional coursework equates to more time in school before entering the full-time […]

A successful welding career could have much to offer: excellent job security, pay, and potential for advancement. But success in any career can often be contingent on a variety of factors ambition, passion for the industry, developing your skills, etc. When planning for your welding career, consider these five tips—when taken together, they could help […]

These days there are more opportunities in the trades for women. For women looking for a new career or considering switching fields, welding is an especially promising industry. When it comes to “non-traditional” occupations for women, welding can be one of the most vital, in-demand, and rewarding of the skilled trades. As you weigh your […]

Office work isn’t for everybody, but fortunately, the skilled trades offer alternative career opportunities beyond the cubicle. Welding is an option, as it allows individuals to earn good salaries without spending years paying off debt from post-secondary schooling.  Students considering entering a welding program after high school can get a head start by taking classes […]

When we think of pop culture, chances are we don’t think of welding. Images of sparks flying off of electric arcs, however, have been a part of history and pop culture for a long time. Whenever Hollywood or even the government needs to depict strength, innovation, and industry, they use visuals of welders at work. […]