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Welder jobs in Los Angeles, 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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$22–$53/hr
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$69k
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more journeyman experience in one or more maintenance trades such as a carpenter, electrician, HVAC, millwright, painter, plumber, or welder. Possess the applicable state or city license. Must be willing to work outdoors…
$30.95 - $41.26 per hour
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Fire Sprinkler Fitter JOB-10046475 Anticipated Start Date July 20, 2026 Location Abilene , TX Type of Employment Contract Hire Employer Info They are North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineerin…
$33 - $43.41 per hour
Provides timely, quality maintenance for FedEx vehicle fleet and ground support equipment which requires preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, modifications, and documentation. Documents work and maintains…
$113k - $176.6k
construction environments. Review and verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ). Conduct high-strength bolting inspections in accord…
$30 - $37 per hour
Qualifications : 5+ years of general fabrication experience, including experience on highly detailed projects Must be a certified welder or able to test for certs Ability to Tig weld is a plus Being familiar with OSHA st…
$28 per hour
Job Title: Welder Location: Glendale, AZ Zip Code: 85307 Start Date: Right Away Pay Rate: $28/hr + $2.60 shift differential - (depending on skills and experiences) Keywords: #GlendaleJobs; #WelderJobs; Shift: 3rd shift:…
$19.16 - $45.18 per hour
months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. REQUIREMENTS: The Welder A requires one the following requirements: ~ Performs x-ray quality precision welding…
$40 per hour
non-destructive testing (NDT) of welds in accordance with AWS, ASME, and project-specific standards. Verify welding procedures, welder qualifications, and material certifications. Monitor welding operations to ensure com…
Number of openings:1 Shift:Day Job description:A sheet metal fitter for a job shop. Welds together metal components as specified by layouts, blueprints, diagrams, work orders, or oral instructions using MIG or TIG. Welds…
$75k - $95k
Gpac just partnered with a rapidly growing company that is seeking a Fabrication Supervisor. This Company has over 65 years of experience! Competitive compensation and looking to hire quickly. GREAT BENEFITS This person…
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What welders earn in Los Angeles
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $22–$29 | $46k–$61k |
| Journeyman | $28–$38 | $59k–$79k |
| Master / Lead | $37–$53 | $76k–$110k |
Adjusted for the Los Angeles 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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