Fire Sprinkler Fitter JOB-10047727 Anticipated Start Date October 12, 2026 Location Abilene, TX Type of Employment Direct Hire Employer Info They are North America’s largest and most respected construction and engineerin…
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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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Floater Maintenance Technician (M-F 8AM – 5PM) – Los Angeles County Join a growing and dedicated team maintaining apartment communities throughout Los Angeles County. We are actively hiring skilled Maintenance Technician…
About our Company - Canon U.S.A., Inc., is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States and to Latin America and the Caribbean markets. With approxim…
: Type of Employment: Full time. Non-Exempt Workplace Schedule Type: On-Site (May be required to work weekends) Position Location: Montebello Why SEB Professional North America? Whether working remotely, in one of our of…
$25 per hour
Description Position: TIG & MIG Welder – Santa Fe Springs, CA. Shift: 2nd Shift Hours: 2:00 PM – 9:30 PM Pay Rate: $25.00 per hour – Depending on experience Job Responsibilities ~Perform TIG and MIG welding on metal comp…
DescriptionAt HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas t…
$25 - $26 per hour
At Cirrus Asset Management, we are dedicated to providing exceptional property management services to property owners and residents alike. With our expertise and passion for real estate, we strive to create a seamless an…
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…
$23 - $25 per hour
Production Technician JOB-10047390 Anticipated Start Date September 7, 2026 Location Upper Mount Bethel, PA Type of Employment Contract Employer Info Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies, and services used…
$24 per hour
Gas & Chemical Technician JOB-10047285 Anticipated Start Date August 24, 2026 Location Malta, NY Type of Employment Contract Employer Info Our client is a world leader in gases, technologies, and services used in many in…
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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