The first step to becoming a welder in Oklahoma is to learn the trade. Attending a dedicated welding program at a trade school offers an advantage over an apprenticeship, as welding training can be completed in just months at a vocational school, while an apprenticeship can take several years, according to the Bureau of Labor […]
Read MoreWelding
Welding Jobs in Oklahoma City
An aspiring welder who is looking for a good place to live and work will find Oklahoma City to be an excellent option. This relatively small yet bustling city offers plenty of entertainment options, has a very low unemployment rate 1, and is considered to be highly attractive to potential employers. Following are several good places to find employment as a […]
Read MoreWelder vs. Electrician Career Paths
If you’re looking for a great career, Tulsa Welding School offers training as an electrician in our new Electrical Applications program as well as training as a welder with program options such as Professional Welder, Welding Specialist and Welding Specialist with Pipefitting. But what career path is right for you? Both options offer promising job opportunities. […]
Read MoreWhat Is GMAW?
The manufacturing and construction industries require a substantial amount of funding for human labor and building materials, as pointed out by Regis Geisler of Lincoln Electric. Traditional welding methods take up 69–85% of the total cost of labor and building materials, however, less time-consuming and high-deposition rate welding techniques—such as GMAW—may reduce total overhead costs by […]
Read MoreThe State of Construction and Welding in: Louisiana
Unlike many other areas in the United States that are still struggling to recover from the recent recession, Louisiana’s economy, fueled by ongoing growth in the gas and oil industries, continues to expand. The Gulf State’s energy boom is predicted to create hundreds of thousands of new jobs, with the demand expected to be highest […]
Read MoreWelders In The Brewing Industry
A career in welding can open itself up to some of the most varied and interesting jobs these days. Some welders go on to repair the structure of an oil derrick 50 feet below the surface, others help construct space shuttles, and still others assist in the construction of the world’s tallest buildings. Yet, welders […]
Read MoreDo You Need API 577 Welding Certification?
For those interested in a career within the welding industry, an American Petroleum Institute (API) welding certification can be a valuable addition to welding training and experience. The API offers a total of eleven certifications, and API 577 Welding Inspection and Metallurgy Professional Certification is the most welding focused. This article will explain which welders […]
Read More
Get Started