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Welder jobs in San Jose, 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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$25–$60/hr
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$78k
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About Analog DevicesAnalog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and…
Role- IT Site Ops Senior Technician Location- Santa Clara, CA Work Authorization: C2C accepted ABOUT THE ROLE We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated IT Site Ops Senior Technician to join our team in Santa Clara. I…
$20 per hour
Launch your manufacturing career with the benefit of consistent pay and a flexible schedule! We are urgently hiring dependable production associates for short-term mandates in high-quality production environments. This e…
$128.88k - $245.16k
Job Details:Job Description: The Role and ImpactJoin Intel's Design Technology Platform (DTP) organization and become an integral part of a highly skilled team driving the development of cutting-edge technologies. As an…
$25 - $29 per hour
Facilities Technician Location: San Jose/Sunnyvale (EPD II) Business Unit: CESBG Job Classification: Non-Exempt Summary As a Facilities Technician, you will support the daily maintenance, safety, and efficient operation…
$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. Document work with appropriat…
Tire Installer Technician Schedule: Full-time 7:00 am - 5:30 pm About Us If you're looking for an opportunity to be appreciated and involved in your career, your search is complete. At Stevens Creek Toyota, we have a gre…
$19.8 per hour
Turn Up the Heat on Your Career: Join us as a Production Associate – Depanning! Are you energetic, quick on your feet, and ready to thrive in a high-speed, dynamic production environment? We are looking for alert and phy…
$24 - $28 per hour
Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to: EAT a…
Role Summary We are seeking a skilled Kinaxis Development Engineer with strong expertise in Kinaxis RapidResponse/Maestro to design, develop, configure, and support supply chain planning solutions. The role will focus on…
$26 - $41 per hour
With more than 55 years of experience and over 450 employees, Preston Companies is a leading construction company comprised of Preston Pipelines, Preston Electric, and Dirt Market. Together, our teams deliver critical ut…
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What welders earn in San Jose
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $25–$33 | $52k–$69k |
| Journeyman | $32–$43 | $66k–$90k |
| Master / Lead | $41–$60 | $86k–$124k |
Adjusted for the San Jose 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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