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Welder jobs in St. Louis, MO
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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$17–$40/hr
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$52k
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Excel on the production line and secure immediate contract income! We are hiring fast-paced production associates for short-term mandates that focus on high-volume assembly and efficiency. If you thrive in a quick-moving…
$20 - $30 per hour
Looking for full-time, part-time, and weekend-only availability. Will work with your schedule! Who We Are National Assemblers, Inc is family-owned and the largest retail assembly company in the world, with over 10 Millio…
Looking for full-time, part-time, and weekend-only availability. Will work with your schedule! Are You a Hands-On Problem Solver? Imagine a job where you get paid based on the quality and speed of your work, with no cap…
At Park Avenue Coffee we live by three guiding principles: Good People, Good Coffee, and Good Gooey Butter Cake. Simply put, we strive to energetically engage our customers and team members, serve outstanding, high quali…
$22 - $35 per hour
Welder/ Fabricator | St. Louis, MO Are you an experienced MIG/TIG Welder-Fabricator looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing manufacturer? We're hiring an Experienced Welder/Fabricator to build custom industria…
$23.08 per hour
Since 1961, Precoat Metals ( has been setting the standards in the coil coatings industry worldwide. We are committed to this level of quality in both our product line and customer service, and focus our resources on inv…
$19 per hour
Job Title: Welder Operator Job Description This role focuses on producing high-quality ground screws used in solar farms and construction sites. You will perform small hand welds and operate a robotic welding machine to…
$30 - $42 per hour
: KTA-Tator, Inc. (KTA) is a 100% employee-owned materials engineering firm, internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion protection and asset integrity. Five business units comprise the $40 million enterp…
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What welders earn in St. Louis
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Apprentice | $17–$22 | $35k–$46k |
| Journeyman | $21–$29 | $44k–$60k |
| Master / Lead | $27–$40 | $57k–$83k |
Adjusted for the St. Louis 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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