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Welder jobs in Seattle, WA
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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$23–$54/hr
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$71k
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$56 - $95 per hour
Job Title: Senior Welding Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Type: Contract Compensation: $56.00-$95.00 Contractor Work Model: Onsite – onsite (local candidates only) Hours: 40.0 Overview System One is seeking a Senior Weld…
$23 - $30 per hour
who meet all of the requirements will be considered for an interview. Date Opened: August 3, 2026 Job Titles: Fabrication Welder Pay Rate: $23.00-$30.00/hr (Depending on experience) Hours of Work: Day shift 6:30 am to 3:…
$30 - $35 per hour
HIRING HANDYMEN / MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS!! Location : Seattle, Washington Experience Level : Intermediate Level - 2 years of Experience Shift Timing: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Mon - Fri Pay Rate : $30 - $35/ hr Job Descriptio…
$22 - $25 per hour
assembly and pipe spooling. 2. Work off blueprints; fit up tanks, heat exchangers and pipe spooling. 3. Directing activities of Welders, Assistant Fabrication Metalworkers and Helpers who may be assisting. 4. When specif…
Home Service Technician (Handyman/Handywoman/Handyperson) in Bellevue, WA. TruBlue Home Service Ally is a national franchise with over 120 locations that provides trusted handyman repairs, home safety upgrades, and maint…
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$26.35 - $35.65 per hour
Responsibilities for this Position Location: USA WA Seattle Full Part/Time: Full time Job Req: RQ216695 Type of Requisition: Regular Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: None Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: No…
$28 - $30 per hour
About Us RAM Partners, LLC, is a full-service real estate management company that manages approximately 70,000 apartments throughout the United States. We specialize in multi-family community management for a variety of…
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…
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What welders earn in Seattle
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $23–$30 | $48k–$62k |
| Journeyman | $29–$39 | $60k–$81k |
| Master / Lead | $38–$54 | $78k–$112k |
Adjusted for the Seattle 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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