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Welder jobs in Charlotte, NC
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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$18–$42/hr
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$55k
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follow Carrier on social media at @Carrier. About this role Carrier’s manufacturing site in Charlotte NC, is seeking a skilled Welder/ Brazer II to join our team. This technical role focuses on the end-to-end assembly of…
$20 - $24 per hour
MIG Welder – Structural Steel Enclosures Job Description Join a rapidly growing manufacturing operation producing large-scale generator enclosure systems and industrial power equipment. As a MIG Welder, you will work in…
Crosstrain on multiple machines Operate rebar fabrication equipment, such as shears, benders, cranes, forklift, threaders, forging, welders, etc. What You'll Need Must be able to work outside under all weather conditions…
$25 - $27 per hour
We are seeking a dependable and skilled Welder to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has experience with mig welding, can read blueprints, and takes pride in producing high-quality work in a safe, fast-paced fabr…
Steel Specialty is a quickly growing 2nd generation Steel Fabrication company with a strong culture - collaborative, family-friendly, professional & personable. 50+ years ago, we started as a Miscellaneous Steel Fabricat…
relationships lay the groundwork for future growth and rewards. We are currently looking to hire a full-time Tank Builder / Welder (Nationwide) Day to Day Duties: ~ Performing arc and torch cutting and gouging. ~ Using g…
We are seeking an experienced Fire Sprinkler Technician to join a growing and reputable fire protection team. This role focuses primarily on service, inspections, and system repairs , with minimal installation work. Resp…
We're hiring an experienced Fire Sprinkler Technician/Fitter to join a growing fire protection team. This role focuses primarily on service, repair, and inspections with very limited installation work . What You'll Be Do…
We are hiring a Fire Alarm Technician / Fire Sprinkler Technician to join a growing fire protection and life safety services platform. This role offers long-term stability, consistent work, and career growth. Responsibil…
Job Title: Fire Sprinkler Technician Job Summary: The Fire Sprinkler Technician is responsible for installing, inspecting, testing, maintaining, and repairing fire sprinkler systems in residential, commercial, and indust…
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What welders earn in Charlotte
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $18–$24 | $37k–$49k |
| Journeyman | $23–$31 | $47k–$64k |
| Master / Lead | $29–$42 | $61k–$88k |
Adjusted for the Charlotte 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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