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Welder jobs in Austin, TX
Welders join metal with MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-core processes, reading weld symbols and holding tolerances for structural, pipe, and fabrication work.
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$19–$45/hr
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Maximize your earning potential through high-volume production welding! We are seeking dedicated welders for short-term mandates that require rapid, repeatable, and accurate welding. Secure immediate contract income and…
$101k - $150k
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$125k - $215k
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What Application Development & Maintenance contributes to Cardinal HealthApplication Development & Maintenance performs configuration or coding to develop, enhance and sustain the organization's software systems in a cro…
$94.91k - $126.55k
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Concrete Lab Technician I What are we looking for? Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is actively seeking a Entry Level Construction Material Testing Technician to join our Building & Construction team…
$22 - $28 per hour
Commercial Service Handyman Compensation: $22 - $28 hourly About the Role We are looking for a skilled, dependable Handyman to join our team full-time in the Austin area. You will be performing a wide range of interior a…
$25 - $30 per hour
Autonomous Vehicle Technician – Austin, TX Location: Austin, TX Job Type: Full-Time Contract (W-2) Pay: $25–$30/hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM Contract: 12+ months / Indefinite Work Environment: On-site Bu…
$40 per hour
We are interested in and highly encourage job seekers to apply who have an aptitude to learn, college graduates, or individuals with a military background. The IRP Technician is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, a…
$23 per hour
Are you a detail-oriented welder looking to bring your skills to the cutting edge of high-tech manufacturing? We are seeking a skilled Orbital Welder to join a top-tier precision fabrication team building equipment for t…
REPORTS TO: Warehouse Manager & Lead-Hand JOB FUNCTION: Assist with fabrication of industrial materials EXPERIENCE IN FABRICATION OF LIKE ITEMS AN ASSET HOURS: Various DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ~ Fabricate and assemble…
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What welders earn in Austin
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $19–$25 | $40k–$52k |
| Journeyman | $24–$33 | $50k–$68k |
| Master / Lead | $31–$45 | $65k–$94k |
Adjusted for the Austin market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
MIG, TIG, and stick weldingBlueprint and weld symbol readingFit-up and fabricationGrinding and prepMeasurement and layoutMetallurgy basicsWelding safety and PPEAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Which processes and positions are you certified in?
Be exact: process, position (such as 3G or 6G), and the code, like AWS D1.1. Offer to take a weld test on the spot; most shops will give one anyway.
How do you prepare a joint for a clean structural weld?
Cover cleaning to bright metal, bevel and gap per the WPS, and proper fit-up and tacking. Prep discipline predicts x-ray results.
What do you check when your welds start getting porosity?
Walk the causes: gas flow and leaks, contaminated base metal, wire or electrode condition, drafts. Systematic beats trial and error.
Tell me about the tightest-tolerance fabrication you have done.
Describe the part, the tolerance, and how you controlled distortion with sequencing, clamping, or heat management.
How do you read a WPS, and why does it matter?
Explain that it sets the qualified parameters: process, filler, amperage, position. Working inside it keeps the weld, and the certification, valid.
What is your experience with inspection, like bend tests or x-ray?
Give your pass rates if you know them, and describe fixing a failed test. Owning results shows shop maturity.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For welders specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List AWS certifications precisely: code, process, and position, such as D1.1 3G/4G FCAW.
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State your processes with hours or years each: MIG, TIG, stick, flux-core.
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Name the materials you weld: carbon steel, stainless, aluminum, or exotic alloys.
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Quantify quality with x-ray or bend-test pass rates on pipe or structural work.
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Mention fabrication skills beyond the arc: fit-up, layout, and print reading.
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Include industry context, such as structural steel, pipeline, shipyard, or production fab.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Welder Trainee
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Welder
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Certified Welder
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Welding Inspector (CWI) or Shop Lead
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