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Welder jobs in Portland, OR
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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$20–$48/hr
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$62k
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Bridge Engineer SpecialistSeattle, WA and Portland, ORRegular, Full timeHybridDo you want the opportunity to co-create with our experts on some of the most prestigious infrastructure programs in North America? Can you wo…
Job-ID29052240Reference26-22555We are seeking a Field Resource Specialist to support electrical compliance and supervision in Washington State. This role is ideal for a certified electrical professional who is passionate…
$25 - $32 per hour
Please note: this is an experienced Metal Fabricator role, not an entry level nor apprenticeship role. The day starts early in Northeast Portland, when the shop lights at Axiom flicker on and the smell of steel and cutti…
$26 - $33 per hour
Job Title: TIG Welder – Stainless Steel Semiconductor/Data Center Components Job Description This role focuses on TIG welding stainless steel components used in the semiconductor and data center industries. You will weld…
$26 - $28 per hour
Company Overview KR Wolfe, Inc. is a growing company specializing in installation, integration, field service, and renovation solutions that bring today’s technology to life. We support advanced environments across the h…
team by providing an efficient layout of the plants equipment to ensure proper welding. Key Activities & Responsibilities · Welders are responsible for the layout of plant equipment for welding to ensure proper welding o…
$25 - $26 per hour
Position Title: Dual Shield Welder II - Swingshift Reports To: Welding Supervisor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Can you make the AGC Difference? AGC Heat Transfer, Inc. is looking for a dynamic manufacturing...
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What welders earn in Portland
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $20–$26 | $42k–$55k |
| Journeyman | $25–$35 | $53k–$72k |
| Master / Lead | $33–$48 | $68k–$99k |
Adjusted for the Portland 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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