$17 per hour
Start your career in metal fabrication with ultimate flexibility and weekly pay! We have immediate openings for entry-level welders / fabrication helpers who are learning the trade. This is a great opportunity to gain ex…
Skilled Trades · Fresno, CA
Welder jobs in Fresno, CA
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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$16 per hour
Start your factory career with ultimate flexibility and weekly pay! We have immediate openings for entry-level production associates perfect for those seeking supplemental income and reliable short-term mandates. No spec…
$18 - $32 per hour
7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation — working hard to be the custo…
$22 - $25 per hour
Job Title: Welder Job Description This role focuses on performing high-quality MIG welding in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will interpret blueprints and welding symbols, set up welding equipment, and produ…
$32.14 - $39.51 per hour
Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc., is a company of diverse businesses unified by shared values and vision. We serve the agriculture, mining, industrial and water reclamation markets with a broad range of products and technologies…
$16.9 per hour
Job Title: General Production Worker Job Description This role supports a high-volume fruit production facility by packing and stacking products on the production line at multiple locations. You will work with peaches an…
$16.9 per hour
Maintain High-Precision Standards: Consistently possess flawless TIG welds on thin-gauge stainless steel, aluminum, and specialty alloys under minimal supervision, achieving a 99% pass rate on visual and dye-penetrant in…
$28 - $32 per hour
Position Title Maintenance Technician Company Overview Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is a grower, packer, and shipper of citrus and is a leader in today’s agriculture industry. Bee Sweet Citrus Inc. is a family owned and operat…
IMMEDIATE HIRING FOR GENERAL PRODUCTION WORKER - 2ND SHIFT - $16.90/HOUR Job Description This role focuses on supporting high-volume food production by packing and stacking fruit at facilities located near Cedar and All…
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…
$20 - $25 per hour
Position Title Automotive Body Technician Company Overview Bee Sweet Citrus, Inc. is a grower, packer, and shipper of citrus and is a leader in today’s agriculture industry. Bee Sweet Citrus Inc. is a family owned and op…
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What welders earn in Fresno
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 Fresno 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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