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Welder jobs in Columbus, OH
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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$17–$41/hr
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$54k
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Looking for more than just a job? Build a career with a company that values its people, supports growth, and knows great teamwork gets the job done. Pelton Shepherd Industries is looking for motivated individuals to join…
MTMS) designs, develops, and produces products within the METTLER TOLEDO Vehicle and Heavy Capacity (HC) product families. The MTMS Welder III is responsible for performing advanced welding tasks, overseeing complex prob…
Our Opening and Your Responsibilities The Masstron Producing Organization (MTMS) designs, develops, and produces products within the METTLER TOLEDO Vehicle and Heavy Capacity product families and serves in direct support…
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…
$25 - $30 per hour
Structural Welder/ Fitter Openings in Nortnern DE We are seeking Structural Steel Welders & Fitters to join our fabrication team. This role is essential in producing high-quality structural components for large-scale con…
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…
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…
$22.75 - $26.4 per hour
TRAVELING WELDER - $33/HR + $150/DAY PER DIEM Pay & Benefits ✅ $33.00/hour ✅ $150/day Per Diem ✅ Double-Time Pay on Sundays ✅ Paid Holidays ✅ Overtime Opportunities ✅ Weekly Pay ✅ Travel-Based Work Job Summary We are see…
Fire Sprinkler Fitter: We're seeking a Licensed Fire Sprinkler Fitter/Technician for a valued client of ours to play a vital role in safeguarding lives and property. You'll be responsible for conducting thorough installa…
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What welders earn in Columbus
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $17–$23 | $36k–$48k |
| Journeyman | $22–$30 | $46k–$62k |
| Master / Lead | $28–$41 | $59k–$86k |
Adjusted for the Columbus 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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